2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept 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 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Suzuki XL7 (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept | 2008 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
| Model | Bionic Car Concept | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
