1990 Renault Alpine vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 2,735 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1990 Renault Alpine. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1990 Renault Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Suzuki XL7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Renault Alpine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Renault Alpine (290 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 1990 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault Alpine | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Alpine | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
