1998 Mazda RX-7 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 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1998 Mazda RX-7.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (294 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 1998 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda RX-7 | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | RX-7 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
