2009 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Ignis would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 222 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
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 Ford Focus (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2005 Suzuki Ignis | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Focus | Ignis |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 15.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1533 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 39 L |