Suzuki Ignis 2003 vs Mercedes A class 2001
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.5 Petrol | 1.7 Diesel | |
| Petrol engines (Suzuki Ignis) are generally quieter, smoother, and better suited for short trips due to quicker warm-up times. Diesel (Mercedes A class) engines, on the other hand, offer superior fuel efficiency and torque, making them ideal for long-distance driving and heavy loads. Read more: Petrol vs. Diesel: Fuel Economy and Key Differences. | |||
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 109 HP | 95 HP | |
| Torque: | 140 NM | 180 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.9 seconds | 12.4 seconds | |
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Suzuki Ignis is more dynamic to drive. Suzuki Ignis engine produces 14 HP more power than Mercedes A class, but torque is 40 NM less than Mercedes A class. Thanks to more power Suzuki Ignis reaches 100 km/h speed 3.5 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.9 | 5.3 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 7.1 l/100km | 5.7 l/100km | |
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The Mercedes A class is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Suzuki Ignis consumes 1.6 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes A class, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Suzuki Ignis could require 240 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Suzuki Ignis consumes 1.4 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes A class. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 41 litres | 54 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 590 km in combined cycle | 1010 km in combined cycle | |
| 700 km on highway | 1220 km on highway | ||
| 570 km with real consumption | 940 km with real consumption | ||
| Mercedes A class gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 14 years | 7 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Suzuki Swift, Suzuki SX4 | Used only for this car | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Suzuki Ignis might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | no | yes | |
| The Mercedes A class 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. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 3.62 m | 3.78 m | |
| Width: | 1.65 m | 1.72 m | |
| Height: | 1.52 m | 1.59 m | |
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Suzuki Ignis is smaller. Suzuki Ignis is 16 cm shorter than the Mercedes A class, 7 cm narrower, while the height of Suzuki Ignis is 7 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 280 litres | no data | |
| Turning diameter: | 10.6 meters | 11 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Suzuki Ignis is 0.4 metres less than that of the Mercedes A class, which means Suzuki Ignis can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`340 | 1`500 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | above average | above average | |
| Average price (€): | 2000 | 1000 | |
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