2003 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A8 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2005 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, 2003 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi A8 | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
Make | Audi | Suzuki |
Model | A8 | XL7 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |