2007 Fiat Ducato vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ducato 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, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 285 kg more than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2007 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Ducato | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Ducato | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
