2006 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2003 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred 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 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 1916 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. 2006 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 2003 Suzuki Ignis has manual transmission. 2003 Suzuki Ignis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Five Hundred | 2003 Suzuki Ignis | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Five Hundred | Ignis |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3001 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 69.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2370 mm |