2004 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2004 Porsche Carrera GT.
Because 2005 Suzuki XL7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Porsche Carrera GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
| Model | Carrera GT | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 64 L |
