2006 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2006 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, both 2006 Hyundai Elantra and 2006 Suzuki Ignis were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 420 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Hyundai Elantra (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Elantra | 2006 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Hyundai | Suzuki |
| Model | Elantra | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 39 L |
