2008 Suzuki SX4 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, both 2008 Suzuki SX4 and 2008 Volkswagen Touran were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki SX4 (144 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 18 kg more than 2008 Suzuki SX4.
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, 2008 Suzuki SX4 (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Suzuki SX4 | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
Model | SX4 | Touran |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |