2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 85 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, 2002 Jaguar XJ (316 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJ | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Suzuki |
| Model | XJ | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2810 mm |
