2007 Lotus Exige vs. 2004 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 24 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Because 2004 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lotus Exige. 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 Lotus Exige (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Exige | 2004 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Lotus | Suzuki |
| Model | Exige | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 916 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2370 mm |
