2001 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche (283 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 555 kg more than 2004 Suzuki XL7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche (440 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Avalanche | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |
