1983 Pontiac 6000 vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (85 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 6000.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (224 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Pontiac 6000 | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
| Model | 6000 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 70 L |
