2007 Nissan Navara vs. 2000 Suzuki XL6
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki XL6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki XL6 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki XL6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki XL6. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki XL6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 679 kg more than 2000 Suzuki XL6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Navara (403 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki XL6. (218 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki XL6. 2000 Suzuki XL6 has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Navara has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Navara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Suzuki XL6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Navara | 2000 Suzuki XL6 | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Navara | XL6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2124 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2490 mm |
