2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 2 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 Suzuki XL7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (400 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Spider | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2386 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
