2005 Suzuki Ignis vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Ignis would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (101 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 241 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (148 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki Ignis | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ignis | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 12.2 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 | 1445 kg | 1204 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 55 L |
