2005 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2000 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Ignis would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (161 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 364 kg more than 2000 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota RAV4 | 2000 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Toyota | Suzuki |
| Model | RAV4 | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 41 L |
