2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2001 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Ignis would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1650 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. (101 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2001 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Express | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 41 L |
