1979 GMC Suburban vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 552 kg more than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 GMC Suburban (285 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Suburban | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | GMC | Suzuki |
| Model | Suburban | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2810 mm |
