2001 Chevrolet Impala 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 Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Impala. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 102 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Impala. 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 Impala (278 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2001 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Impala | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Impala | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |
