2005 Suzuki Ignis vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Ignis is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 427 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki Ignis | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Ignis | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 15.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1018 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 42 L |
