2006 Suzuki Aerio vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2006 Suzuki Aerio and 2006 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Aerio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Aerio (155 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Aerio should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 279 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Aerio.
Because 2006 Suzuki Aerio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Aerio 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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Aerio. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Aerio.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Suzuki Aerio | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
Model | Aerio | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |