2004 Suzuki XL7 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 119 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Suzuki XL7 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | XL7 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2735 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
