2005 Suzuki Ignis vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2005 Suzuki Ignis and 2005 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S60 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. (98 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 106 kg more than 2005 Volvo S60.
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 Volvo S60 (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. 2005 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2005 Suzuki Ignis has manual transmission. 2005 Suzuki Ignis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki Ignis | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volvo |
| Model | Ignis | S60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1533 kg | 1427 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 70 L |
