2006 Suzuki XL7 vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Carina.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Suzuki XL7 | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | XL7 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2590 mm |
