2004 Suzuki XL7 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 7 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 931 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, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Suzuki XL7 | 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Suzuki | Chevrolet |
| Model | XL7 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 2556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |
