1997 Suzuki X90 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Suzuki X90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Suzuki X90 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1997 Suzuki X90. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 1997 Suzuki X90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1997 Suzuki X90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Suzuki X90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Suzuki X90 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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Suzuki X90. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Suzuki X90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Suzuki X90 | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | X90 | Transporter |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3410 mm |
