2005 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2008 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 1800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2008 Suzuki XL7.
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, 2005 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki XL7. (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2008 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | A6 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
