1993 Proton Persona vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Proton Persona would be higher. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1993 Proton Persona. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1993 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1993 Proton Persona. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Proton Persona. (163 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Proton Persona | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Proton | Suzuki |
| Model | Persona | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
