2005 Suzuki XL7 vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki XL7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki XL7 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 19 more horse power than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4. 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 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki XL7 | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | XL7 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
