1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. (58 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
| Model | 220 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
