2005 Suzuki Vitara 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 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Vitara 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 156 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Vitara. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Vitara.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (331 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Vitara. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Vitara. 2007 Suzuki XL7 has automatic transmission and 2005 Suzuki Vitara has manual transmission. 2005 Suzuki Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Suzuki XL7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Suzuki Vitara | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
Model | Vitara | XL7 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2860 mm |