2007 Suzuki Alto vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2007 Suzuki Alto and 2007 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (198 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Alto. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 570 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Alto. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Suzuki Alto | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
Model | Alto | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1061 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |