2005 Suzuki XL7 vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang 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 5,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (653 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 468 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 175 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 Ford Mustang (856 Nm) has 606 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki XL7 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Suzuki | Ford |
| Model | XL7 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 5800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 653 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 856 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
