2005 Suzuki Alto vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2005 Suzuki Alto and 2005 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (60 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 553 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Suzuki Alto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (178 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto. 2005 Suzuki Alto has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Suzuki Alto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki Alto | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Alto | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1061 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 62 L |
