2005 Peugeot 206 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 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 206 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 163 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Because 2007 Suzuki XL7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Peugeot 206. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 206 | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Suzuki |
| Model | 206 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
