1996 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Escort 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 73 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (112 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1996 Ford Escort. 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (173 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Escort | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Escort | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 64 L |
