2003 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Infiniti M would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti M (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti M weights approximately 112 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 Infiniti M (451 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2003 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Infiniti M | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Suzuki |
| Model | M | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 64 L |
