2005 Suzuki XL7 vs. 2010 Audi S8
To start off, 2010 Audi S8 is newer by 5 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 505 kg more than 2010 Audi S8.
With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Audi S8 (540 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2010 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki XL7 | 2010 Audi S8 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Audi |
| Model | XL7 | S8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |
