2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2007 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Ignis. (98 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 457 kg more than 2007 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 Kia Sportage (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Ignis. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 2007 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Sportage | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 41 L |
