2006 Audi Allroad vs. 2008 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2008 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi Allroad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi Allroad would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 0 more horse power than 2006 Audi Allroad. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Allroad weights approximately 280 kg more than 2008 Suzuki XL7.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 330 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Allroad | 2008 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | Allroad | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
