2005 Suzuki XL7 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 4 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, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 672 kg more than 2005 Suzuki XL7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan (281 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Suzuki XL7 | 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
Model | XL7 | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2737 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 281 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |