Suzuki Ignis 2016 vs Suzuki Vitara 2015
| Body: | Hatchback | Crossover / SUV | |
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| Crossovers and SUVs have better off-road capabilities (higher ground clearance, can have 4x4 drive), they are preferable for driving on unpaved roads and rural areas. Also, the driver's seating position is higher in a crossover or SUVs, which provides better visibility also in city. This usually comes at the cost of higher fuel consumption, increased weight and higher maintenance costs. | |||
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
| Engine: | 1.2 Petrol | 1.4 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 91 HP | 140 HP | |
| Torque: | 120 NM | 220 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 12.2 seconds | 9.5 seconds | |
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Suzuki Vitara is a more dynamic driving. Suzuki Ignis engine produces 49 HP less power than Suzuki Vitara, whereas torque is 100 NM less than Suzuki Vitara. Due to the lower power, Suzuki Ignis reaches 100 km/h speed 2.7 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.6 | 5.2 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 5.4 l/100km | 7.5 l/100km | |
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The Suzuki Ignis is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Suzuki Ignis consumes 0.6 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Suzuki Vitara, which means that by driving the Suzuki Ignis over 15,000 km in a year you can save 90 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Suzuki Ignis consumes 2.1 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Suzuki Vitara. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 32 litres | 47 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 690 km in combined cycle | 900 km in combined cycle | |
| 780 km on highway | 1000 km on highway | ||
| 590 km with real consumption | 620 km with real consumption | ||
| Suzuki Vitara gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 350'000 km | 350'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 12 years | 10 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Suzuki Baleno, Suzuki Swift | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Suzuki Swift, Suzuki SX4 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | no | yes | |
| The Suzuki Vitara engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
| Suzuki Vitara 2015 1.4 engine: The K14C Boosterjet engine is equipped with a turbocharging system that enhances air intake, providing excellent torque as early as 1,500 RPM.
However, the direct injection system contributes to carbon ... More about Suzuki Vitara 2015 1.4 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 3.70 m | 4.18 m | |
| Width: | 1.66 m | 1.78 m | |
| Height: | 1.60 m | 1.61 m | |
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Suzuki Ignis is smaller. Suzuki Ignis is 48 cm shorter than the Suzuki Vitara, 12 cm narrower, while the height of Suzuki Ignis is 2 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 267 litres | 375 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1097 litres | no data | |
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Suzuki Vitara has more luggage space. Suzuki Ignis has 108 litres less trunk space than the Suzuki Vitara. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 9.4 meters | 10.4 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Suzuki Ignis is 1 metres less than that of the Suzuki Vitara, which means Suzuki Ignis can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`330 | 1`730 | |
| Safety: | |||
| Suzuki Vitara scores higher in safety tests. The Suzuki Vitara scores significantly higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | no data | high | |
| Average price (€): | no data | 13 400 | |
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