2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki XL7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki XL7 would be higher. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 155 kg more than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford Ranger (257 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Ranger | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 64 L |
