2005 Suzuki XL7 vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic 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 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 434 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (173 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki XL7 | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Suzuki | Honda |
| Model | XL7 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1246 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
