2008 Jeep Compass vs. 2003 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 5 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Compass (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 670 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, 2008 Jeep Compass (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Compass | 2003 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Jeep | Suzuki |
| Model | Compass | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2370 mm |
