1970 Pontiac GTO vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,548 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 35 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.
Because 2005 Suzuki XL7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac GTO | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
| Model | GTO | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6548 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 | 5100 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 | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |
