1966 Ford Galaxie vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Galaxie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Galaxie would be higher. At 6,387 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Galaxie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Galaxie (236 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Galaxie should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 132 kg more than 2004 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, 1966 Ford Galaxie (406 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 1966 Ford Galaxie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Galaxie | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Galaxie | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6387 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.9 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2810 mm |
