1974 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Pontiac Bonneville (197 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 430 kg more than 2004 Suzuki XL7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Pontiac Bonneville (468 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 1974 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Pontiac Bonneville | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
| Model | Bonneville | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7473 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2810 mm |
