2003 Nissan 350Z 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 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan 350Z (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2003 Nissan 350Z.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2003 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan 350Z | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | 350Z | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
