1969 Pontiac GTO 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 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,549 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1969 Pontiac GTO.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 1969 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Pontiac GTO | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
| Model | GTO | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6549 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 64 L |
