2008 Porsche 911 vs. 2008 Suzuki Ignis

To start off, both 2008 Porsche 911 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Ignis.

Because 2008 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Ignis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Ignis.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Porsche 911 2008 Suzuki Ignis
Make Porsche Suzuki
Model 911 Ignis
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3596 cc 1489 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 98 HP
Torque 371 Nm 133 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 78 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.8 mm 78 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 285 km/hour 170 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5 seconds 10.4 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1395 kg 1085 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 3780 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2370 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.1 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 41 L


 

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