2008 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2008 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo GT 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo GT (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. (98 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 310 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT. 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 Alfa Romeo GT (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo GT | 2008 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | GT | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 41 L |
