2000 Nissan Almera vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Almera. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2000 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Almera. (230 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Almera | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Almera | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
