2004 Suzuki XL7 vs. 2009 Volvo C30
To start off, 2009 Volvo C30 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 72 kg more than 2009 Volvo C30.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volvo C30 (320 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2009 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Suzuki XL7 | 2009 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volvo |
| Model | XL7 | C30 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
