2005 Suzuki XL7 vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (550 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 730 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (749 Nm) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki XL7 | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Suzuki | Porsche |
| Model | XL7 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 749 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1694 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |
