2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2001 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Ignis would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 799 kg more than 2001 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2001 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Ram | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 41 L |
