2005 Suzuki XL7 vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO is newer by 8 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge DURANGO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 549 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, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (353 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2013 Dodge DURANGO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki XL7 | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
| Make | Suzuki | Dodge |
| Model | XL7 | DURANGO |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3042 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 93 L |
