2006 Opel Astra vs. 2006 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, both 2006 Opel Astra 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 250 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 Suzuki Ignis (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 2006 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Astra | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 39 L |
