2004 Suzuki XL7 vs. 2011 Citroen C6
To start off, 2011 Citroen C6 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C6 (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C6 weights approximately 145 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 Citroen C6 (290 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2011 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Suzuki XL7 | 2011 Citroen C6 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Citroen |
| Model | XL7 | C6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
