2008 Kia Sportage vs. 2008 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, both 2008 Kia Sportage 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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 275 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 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. 2008 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sportage | 2008 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Sportage | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 41 L |
