2006 Honda CR-V vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7

To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V 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 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (156 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 273 kg more than 2006 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (217 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Honda CR-V 2005 Suzuki XL7
Make Honda Suzuki
Model CR-V XL7
Year Released 2006 2005
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2360 cc 2737 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 156 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 217 Nm 250 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 9.5:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1452 kg 1725 kg
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.3 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 10.4 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.6 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 64 L


 

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