2003 Opel Vectra 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 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (152 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2003 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (229 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Vectra | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Vectra | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
