2005 Saab 9000 vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, both 2005 Saab 9000 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 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Saab 9000. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2005 Saab 9000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Saab 9000 (280 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saab 9000 | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Saab | Suzuki |
| Model | 9000 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2288 cc | 2737 cc |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1680 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
