2008 Acura TL vs. 2008 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, both 2008 Acura TL and 2008 Suzuki Ignis were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. (98 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Ignis.
Because 2008 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. 2008 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2008 Suzuki Ignis has manual transmission. 2008 Suzuki Ignis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TL | 2008 Suzuki Ignis | |
Make | Acura | Suzuki |
Model | TL | Ignis |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2370 mm |