1995 Ford Probe vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Probe 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 70 more horse power than 1995 Ford Probe. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1995 Ford Probe. 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Probe. (172 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Probe | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Probe | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2736 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 | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1730 mm |
