2005 Dodge Durango vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 1 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 582 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, 2005 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Durango | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
Model | Durango | XL7 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 2736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2252 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 64 L |