2005 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2011 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (133 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 196 kg more than 2011 Suzuki SX4.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (335 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Passat | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Suzuki |
| Model | Passat | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.2 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
