2008 Suzuki Ignis vs. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2008 Suzuki Ignis and 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Ignis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Ignis (98 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 253 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Ignis.
Because 2008 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Suzuki Ignis (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Suzuki Ignis | 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ignis | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 15.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 55 L |
