2006 Honda Pilot vs. 2004 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Ignis would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1076 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2004 Suzuki Ignis has manual transmission. 2004 Suzuki Ignis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Pilot | 2004 Suzuki Ignis | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Pilot | Ignis |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |