2008 Suzuki Ignis vs. 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, both 2008 Suzuki Ignis and 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Ignis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 496 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 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Volkswagen Tiguan (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Suzuki Ignis | 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
Model | Ignis | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1546 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 64 L |