2008 Suzuki SX4 vs. 2008 Suzuki Ignis

To start off, both 2008 Suzuki SX4 and 2008 Suzuki Ignis were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki SX4 (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. (98 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 605 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 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Suzuki SX4. 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 SX4 (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Ignis.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Suzuki SX4 2008 Suzuki Ignis
Make Suzuki Suzuki
Model SX4 Ignis
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 1489 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 143 HP 98 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 185 Nm 133 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1690 kg 1085 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 3780 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2370 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.8 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 41 L


 

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