2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 445 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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 Wagon R+ 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 (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+. (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+. 2006 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ has manual transmission. 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
Model | Wagon R+ | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1328 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 1423 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 70 L |