2004 Suzuki Ignis vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Ignis would be higher. At 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. (98 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 405 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Suzuki Ignis | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ignis | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 55 L |
