2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (126 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (177 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |
