2004 Suzuki XL7 vs. 2013 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2013 Acura ZDX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki XL7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki XL7 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura ZDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura ZDX weights approximately 343 kg more than 2004 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, 2013 Acura ZDX (366 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2013 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Suzuki XL7 | 2013 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | Suzuki | Acura |
| Model | XL7 | ZDX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2013 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2174 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1596 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
