2006 Audi S4 vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki XL7. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki XL7.
Because 2007 Suzuki XL7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi S4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki XL7. (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | S4 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
