2005 Suzuki Ignis vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2005 Suzuki Ignis and 2005 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Ignis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Ignis (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 93 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. 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 Suzuki Ignis (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (118 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki Ignis | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ignis | Polo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1423 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 945 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 45 L |
