2005 GMC Envoy vs. 2005 Suzuki Ignis

To start off, both 2005 GMC Envoy and 2005 Suzuki Ignis were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 176 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. (99 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 749 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 GMC Envoy is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 GMC Envoy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Ignis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. (133 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Ignis.

Compare all specifications:

2005 GMC Envoy 2005 Suzuki Ignis
Make GMC Suzuki
Model Envoy Ignis
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4161 cc 1490 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 275 HP 99 HP
Torque 373 Nm 133 Nm
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 78 mm
Engine Stroke Size 102 mm 78 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.5:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2194 kg 1445 kg
Vehicle Length 5300 mm 3780 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 3280 mm 2370 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 7.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 41 L


 

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