1988 Porsche 944 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 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 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 90 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 944. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 944.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (225 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Porsche 944 | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
| Model | 944 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2680 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2860 mm |
