1989 Chevrolet APV vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet APV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet APV 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 134 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet APV.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet APV | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | APV | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |
