2009 Honda Fit vs. 2008 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. (98 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 376 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.
Because 2008 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Fit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Fit | 2008 Suzuki Ignis | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Fit | Ignis |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 41 L |