2004 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2011 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Equator is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Equator (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 356 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Equator.
Because 2011 Suzuki Equator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Suzuki Equator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Suzuki Equator (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. 2011 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 2004 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2004 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Passat | 2011 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Suzuki |
| Model | Passat | Equator |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1331 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
