2005 Suzuki Ignis vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 8 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 248 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
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, 2013 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki Ignis | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Suzuki | Mini |
| Model | Ignis | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1533 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1432 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2547 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 50 L |
