2003 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2009 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 6,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki XL7. (252 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 730 kg more than 2009 Suzuki XL7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki XL7. (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Silverado | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6599 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2560 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2860 mm |
