2007 Fiat Punto vs. 2004 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Ignis would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Ignis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Ignis (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Ignis will offer significantly more control. 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 Fiat Punto (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Punto | 2004 Suzuki Ignis | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Punto | Ignis |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |