1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki XL7. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki XL7.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki XL7. (331 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Corvette | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
