2005 Suzuki XL7 vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 388 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 GMC Sierra (353 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki XL7 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Suzuki | GMC |
| Model | XL7 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1869 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 14.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |
