2007 Nissan Xterra vs. 2003 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2007 Nissan Xterra 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 350 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 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Xterra | 2003 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Xterra | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
