2008 Suzuki Ignis vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Suzuki Ignis would be higher. 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 13 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 290 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Ignis.
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 (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Suzuki Ignis | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Ignis | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 42 L |
