1997 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV (270 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | GTV | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
