1999 Suzuki Vitara vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 360 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Suzuki Vitara | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vitara | Passat |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
