2005 Saturn Vue vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Saturn Vue 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 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Saturn Vue. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2005 Saturn Vue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saturn Vue | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Saturn | Suzuki |
| Model | Vue | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
