1961 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac DeVille (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 385 kg more than 2005 Suzuki XL7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Cadillac DeVille (582 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac DeVille | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
| Model | DeVille | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
