1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | Sapporo | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
