1988 Holden Gemini 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 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1988 Holden Gemini. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Gemini.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (331 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Gemini. 2007 Suzuki XL7 has automatic transmission and 1988 Holden Gemini has manual transmission. 1988 Holden Gemini 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 Holden Gemini | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Holden | Suzuki |
| Model | Gemini | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
