1974 Checker Aerobus vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Checker Aerobus would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1974 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1974 Checker Aerobus.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki XL7. (331 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1974 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki XL7. 2007 Suzuki XL7 has automatic transmission and 1974 Checker Aerobus has manual transmission. 1974 Checker Aerobus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Suzuki XL7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Checker Aerobus | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Checker | Suzuki |
| Model | Aerobus | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2860 mm |
