2005 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 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 31 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (331 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
| Model | E | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
