2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2000 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Ignis would be higher. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 795 kg more than 2000 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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 2000 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Captiva | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 41 L |
