2005 Nissan Altima vs. 2005 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, both 2005 Nissan Altima 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Altima (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Altima weights approximately 450 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.
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 Nissan Altima (338 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. (118 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Altima | 2005 Suzuki Ignis | |
Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
Model | Altima | Ignis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3490 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 118 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 69.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 41 L |