2005 Nissan Hardbody vs. 2005 Suzuki Ignis

To start off, both 2005 Nissan Hardbody 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 125 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.

Because 2005 Nissan Hardbody 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 Nissan Hardbody. 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 Nissan Hardbody (174 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Ignis.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Nissan Hardbody 2005 Suzuki Ignis
Make Nissan Suzuki
Model Hardbody Ignis
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1490 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 152 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 174 Nm 133 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.5:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 1445 kg
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2370 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 41 L