2005 Suzuki Reno vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Reno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Reno would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Reno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Reno (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Reno should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 78 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Reno.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Reno. (171 Nm). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Reno.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Suzuki Reno | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
Model | Reno | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |