2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2003 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Ignis would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1811 kg more than 2003 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 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. (108 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2003 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Ram | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2370 mm |
