2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 2009 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2009 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (181 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 38 kg more than 2004 Nissan Frontier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Suzuki XL7 (330 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (274 Nm). This means 2009 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 2009 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Frontier | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
