1969 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. (166 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 225 kg more than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Chevrolet Impala (387 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 1969 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Impala | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Impala | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |
