2006 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Ignis would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Ignis.
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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. 2001 Suzuki Ignis has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Suzuki Ignis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 2001 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Accord | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
