2006 Porsche 911 vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 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 3,818 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Suzuki XL7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (400 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche 911 | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
| Model | 911 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3818 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |
