2009 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Suzuki Ignis would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 451 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Honda Accord (161 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2008 Suzuki Ignis | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Accord | Ignis |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 41 L |