2005 Suzuki XL7 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki XL7 | 2001 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | XL7 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
