2009 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Suzuki Ignis would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Ignis. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 993 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Accord is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Honda Accord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Ignis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Accord (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Ignis. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2007 Suzuki Ignis | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Accord | Ignis |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 199 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 41 L |