2006 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2003 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Ignis would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Suzuki Ignis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Suzuki Ignis (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Kalos weights approximately 95 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Ignis.
Because 2003 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Ignis will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Suzuki Ignis (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Kalos | 2003 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Kalos | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2370 mm |
