2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2000 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 6 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 2,770 cc, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Ignis.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Ignis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2000 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Colorado | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1328 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 41 L |
