2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage 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 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 375 kg more than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Kia Sportage (251 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Sportage | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |
