2004 Suzuki XL7 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 115 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, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan (271 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2000 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Suzuki XL7 | 2000 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | XL7 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
