2001 Opel Vectra 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 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2001 Opel Vectra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2001 Opel Vectra. 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 Opel Vectra (270 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2001 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Vectra | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Vectra | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
