2007 Honda S2000 vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Honda S2000 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 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Because 2005 Suzuki XL7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda S2000. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda S2000 | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | S2000 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
