2003 Suzuki Swift 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 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 930 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Suzuki Swift | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Swift | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2810 mm |
