2001 Suzuki Vitara vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Vitara (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (75 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2001 Suzuki Vitara (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Suzuki Vitara | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vitara | Passat |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |
