2004 Suzuki XL7 vs. 2000 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Vitara 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 @ 5900 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (138 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Suzuki XL7 | 2000 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | XL7 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2210 mm |
