2008 Suzuki Jimny vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2008 Suzuki Jimny and 2008 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 86 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. 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 (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Suzuki Jimny | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
Model | Jimny | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1328 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 62 L |