2008 Suzuki Ignis vs. 2008 Volvo XC90
To start off, both 2008 Suzuki Ignis and 2008 Volvo XC90 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC90 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. (98 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1095 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. 2008 Volvo XC90 has automatic transmission and 2008 Suzuki Ignis has manual transmission. 2008 Suzuki Ignis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Suzuki Ignis | 2008 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volvo |
| Model | Ignis | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 70 L |
