2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2001 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Ignis would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Ignis (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 220 kg more than 2001 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, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. 2001 Suzuki Ignis has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Grande Punto has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Suzuki Ignis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 2001 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Grande Punto | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 41 L |
