2007 Mazda 6 vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 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 51 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda 6 (310 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | 6 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
