2005 Saturn L vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Saturn L is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki XL7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki XL7 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Saturn L. (182 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 157 kg more than 2005 Saturn L. 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 Saturn L (258 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saturn L | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Saturn | Suzuki |
| Model | L | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1468 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |
