2004 Suzuki XL7 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 120 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 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Suzuki XL7 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Suzuki | Porsche |
| Model | XL7 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
