1968 Jaguar Type S vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 9 kg more than 1968 Jaguar Type S.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 1968 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jaguar Type S | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Suzuki |
| Model | Type S | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
