2007 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord 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 19 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 605 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Accord | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
