2008 BMW 328 vs. 2006 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Ignis would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. (98 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Ignis.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 2006 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 328 | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 41 L |
