2005 Ford Fusion vs. 2006 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Ignis (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fusion. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fusion weights approximately 167 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Ignis.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Fusion (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fusion | 2006 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Fusion | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 41 L |
