2005 Nissan Maxima vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, both 2005 Nissan Maxima and 2005 Suzuki XL7 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Maxima (276 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 102 kg more than 2005 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2005 Suzuki XL7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Maxima | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
Model | Maxima | XL7 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 2737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |