2006 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki XL7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki XL7 would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Sonata (235 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Hyundai Sonata (306 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2006 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Sonata | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Suzuki |
| Model | Sonata | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |
