2007 Mazda 2 vs. 2007 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, both 2007 Mazda 2 and 2007 Suzuki Ignis were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Ignis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Ignis (98 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 2 weights approximately 79 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Ignis.
Because 2007 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Mazda 2 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Ignis. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 2 | 2007 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | 2 | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 41 L |
