1997 Pontiac Firebird 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 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,747 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki XL7. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki XL7.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (454 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki XL7. (331 Nm). This means 1997 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki XL7. 2007 Suzuki XL7 has automatic transmission and 1997 Pontiac Firebird has manual transmission. 1997 Pontiac Firebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Suzuki XL7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Pontiac Firebird | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
| Model | Firebird | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5747 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
