2005 Suzuki XL7 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki XL7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki XL7 would be higher. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 58 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2010 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki XL7 | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | XL7 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
