2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 125 kg more than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Trans Sport | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2810 mm |
