2009 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2001 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Ignis would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Vibe (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Ignis.
Because 2009 Pontiac Vibe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Vibe 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 Pontiac Vibe (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac Vibe | 2001 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
| Model | Vibe | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 41 L |
