2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 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 Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 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 72 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (331 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Monte Carlo | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3354 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
