1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki XL7. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki XL7.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 348. 2007 Suzuki XL7 has automatic transmission and 1988 Ferrari 348 has manual transmission. 1988 Ferrari 348 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:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Suzuki |
| Model | 348 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
