1998 Ford Taurus vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1998 Ford Taurus. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Taurus.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Taurus. (264 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Taurus | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Taurus | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
