2008 Suzuki Ignis vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 4 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 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (174 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 590 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 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Suzuki Ignis | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Suzuki | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ignis | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1328 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
