2004 Suzuki XL7 vs. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 2 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 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 37 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 361 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Suzuki XL7 | 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | XL7 | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1264 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
