2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 481 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+. (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Wagon R+ | Passat |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1328 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 1459 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 70 L |
