1998 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (266 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1998 Ferrari Mondial.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (363 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari Mondial | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Suzuki |
| Model | Mondial | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1670 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 64 L |
