2000 Acura TL vs. 2006 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2006 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki XL7.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Acura TL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura TL | 2006 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Acura | Suzuki |
| Model | TL | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
