2012 Hyundai i20 vs. 2000 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Ignis would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2000 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, 2012 Hyundai i20 (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Hyundai i20 | 2000 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Hyundai | Suzuki |
| Model | i20 | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17:01 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2525 mm | 2370 mm |
