2004 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Saab 03-Sep.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (331 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. 2007 Suzuki XL7 has automatic transmission and 2004 Saab 03-Sep has manual transmission. 2004 Saab 03-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Suzuki XL7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Saab 03-Sep | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Saab | Suzuki |
| Model | 03-Sep | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
