2005 Ford Escape vs. 2001 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape 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 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (201 HP) has 118 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. (83 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 528 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.
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, 2005 Ford Escape (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escape | 2001 Suzuki Ignis | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Escape | Ignis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2961 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 83 HP |
Torque | 251 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 41 L |