2000 Suzuki X90 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki X90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki X90 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (108 HP @ 2750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki X90. (97 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki X90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 443 kg more than 2000 Suzuki X90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki X90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki X90. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki X90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Suzuki X90 | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | X90 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1543 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2604 mm |
