2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2003 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 622 kg more than 2003 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 Honda CR-V (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. 2007 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda CR-V | 2003 Suzuki Ignis | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | CR-V | Ignis |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 69.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1562 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |