2008 Nissan Maxima vs. 2004 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2008 Nissan Maxima is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Ignis would be higher. At 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Maxima (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 634 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Nissan Maxima (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Maxima | 2004 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Maxima | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3505 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |
