2009 Suzuki SX4 vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, both 2009 Suzuki SX4 and 2009 Volkswagen T5 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki SX4. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 468 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen T5.
Because 2009 Suzuki SX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen T5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki SX4 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, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki SX4. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Suzuki SX4 | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
Model | SX4 | T5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |