1953 Peugeot 203 vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (331 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203. 2007 Suzuki XL7 has automatic transmission and 1953 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1953 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Suzuki XL7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Peugeot 203 | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Suzuki |
| Model | 203 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
