2007 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 495 kg more than 2005 Suzuki XL7. 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 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm) has 750 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
| Model | SL | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
