2004 Suzuki XL7 vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator is newer by 5 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Equator.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2009 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Suzuki XL7 | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | XL7 | Equator |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
