2003 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 480 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 Porsche Cayenne (320 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Porsche Cayenne | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
Model | Cayenne | XL7 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3164 cc | 2737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 64 L |