1996 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (178 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Accord | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Accord | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
