2006 Subaru Forester vs. 2008 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. (98 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 548 kg more than 2008 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 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Subaru Forester | 2008 Suzuki Ignis | |
Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
Model | Forester | Ignis |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 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 | 1633 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 41 L |