2005 Suzuki Ignis vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 348 kg more than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
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 (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki Ignis | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Ignis | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.3 seconds | 12 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 | 1533 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 55 L |
