2008 Suzuki Ignis vs. 2008 Suzuki Alto
To start off, both 2008 Suzuki Ignis and 2008 Suzuki Alto were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Ignis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Ignis (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Alto. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 155 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Suzuki Ignis (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Alto. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Suzuki Ignis | 2008 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Ignis | Alto |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1061 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 14.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 35 L |
