2003 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. (200 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (331 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Malibu | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Malibu | XL7 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |