2005 Suzuki XL7 vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 297 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla. 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 Toyota Corolla (280 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki XL7 | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | XL7 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
