2004 Suzuki XL7 vs. 1998 Honda Today
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 970 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Suzuki XL7 | 1998 Honda Today | |
| Make | Suzuki | Honda |
| Model | XL7 | Today |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
