2005 Mazda 5 vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 5 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 5. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 5.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 5. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 5. 2007 Suzuki XL7 has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda 5 has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Suzuki XL7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 5 | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | 5 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
