2006 Land Rover Defender vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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 @ 5900 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2006 Land Rover Defender. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover Defender | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
Make | Land Rover | Suzuki |
Model | Defender | XL7 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |