1994 Fiat Tempra vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Tempra. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1994 Fiat Tempra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Tempra. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Tempra | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Tempra | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
