2009 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Ignis would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Ignis. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 411 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2009 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Ignis. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2002 Suzuki Ignis | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Civic | Ignis |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1327 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 41 L |