2007 Suzuki Ignis vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2007 Suzuki Ignis and 2007 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Ignis. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 185 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Suzuki Ignis (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Suzuki Ignis | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
Model | Ignis | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 16.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 55 L |