1998 Lancia Delta 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 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1998 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Delta | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Delta | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
