2009 Fiat 500 vs. 2006 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Ignis would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Ignis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. (98 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500.
Because 2006 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Suzuki Ignis (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat 500 | 2006 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 500 | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 41 L |
