1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 6,505 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Express (583 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki XL7. (331 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Express | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6505 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2860 mm |
