1985 GMC Suburban vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1985 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1985 GMC Suburban.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 GMC Suburban. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 GMC Suburban | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | GMC | Suzuki |
| Model | Suburban | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2860 mm |
