2005 Suzuki Ignis vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 635 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, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Sharan | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ignis | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1328 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 70 L |
