2007 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Spark and 2007 Suzuki XL7 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.
Because 2007 Suzuki XL7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. 2007 Suzuki XL7 has automatic transmission and 2007 Chevrolet Spark has manual transmission. 2007 Chevrolet Spark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Suzuki XL7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Spark | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Spark | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
