2002 Dodge Durango vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Durango.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki XL7. (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Durango | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Durango | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
