2008 Suzuki Ignis vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 325 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 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Suzuki Ignis | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Ignis | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 79 L |
