2004 Suzuki XL7 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 9 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 5,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (503 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 503 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (830 Nm) has 580 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Suzuki XL7 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Suzuki | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XL7 | CL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2183 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1419 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2955 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
