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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (174 HP @ 4000 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. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 139 kg more than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Opel Vectra (370 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
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 | 2958 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1625 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 | 5.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
