2005 Suzuki XL7 vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 6 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki XL7 | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Suzuki | Nissan |
| Model | XL7 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
