2007 Lotus Elise vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, both 2007 Lotus Elise 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 62 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Elise. (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Because 2007 Suzuki XL7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lotus Elise. 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (187 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise. 2007 Suzuki XL7 has automatic transmission and 2007 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2007 Lotus Elise 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 Lotus Elise | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
Make | Lotus | Suzuki |
Model | Elise | XL7 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |