2007 Ford Edge vs. 2003 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2007 Ford Edge is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Ignis would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Ignis.
Because 2003 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Edge. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. 2007 Ford Edge has automatic transmission and 2003 Suzuki Ignis has manual transmission. 2003 Suzuki Ignis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Edge | 2003 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Edge | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |
