1959 Renault Dauphine vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Dauphine 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 219 more horse power than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Dauphine.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (330 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Dauphine. 2007 Suzuki XL7 has automatic transmission and 1959 Renault Dauphine has manual transmission. 1959 Renault Dauphine 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:
| 1959 Renault Dauphine | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Dauphine | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
