2006 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 1 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (200 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (298 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Impala | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Impala | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
