2001 Ford TE-50 vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford TE-50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford TE-50 would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford TE-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford TE-50 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki XL7. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford TE-50 should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki XL7.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ford TE-50 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki XL7. (331 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2001 Ford TE-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki XL7. 2007 Suzuki XL7 has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford TE-50 has manual transmission. 2001 Ford TE-50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Suzuki XL7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford TE-50 | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | TE-50 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
