2004 Suzuki XL7 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki XL7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki XL7 would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 86 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (335 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Suzuki XL7 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
Model | XL7 | Passat |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 335 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |