2005 Fiat Punto vs. 2000 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Ignis would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Punto (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 12 kg more than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Because 2000 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Ignis will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Fiat Punto (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Punto | 2000 Suzuki Ignis | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Punto | Ignis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 41 L |