2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2002 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Ignis would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Ignis. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 498 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Sportage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Kia Sportage (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Ignis. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 2002 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Sportage | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 41 L |
