1999 Ford Telstar vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1999 Ford Telstar. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1999 Ford Telstar. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Telstar. (217 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Telstar | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Telstar | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
