1960 Renault Floride vs. 2006 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2006 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Renault Floride would be higher. At 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1960 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Floride.
Because 1960 Renault Floride is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki XL7, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Floride. 2006 Suzuki XL7 has automatic transmission and 1960 Renault Floride has manual transmission. 1960 Renault Floride will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Suzuki XL7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Renault Floride | 2006 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Floride | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 59 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 40 L |
