2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2005 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Ignis would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 57 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. 2006 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2005 Suzuki Ignis has manual transmission. 2005 Suzuki Ignis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Ridgeline | 2005 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Ridgeline | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1533 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 39 L |
