2005 Ford Econovan vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Ford Econovan 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 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2005 Ford Econovan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Econovan | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Econovan | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1788 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2810 mm |
