2007 Nissan Patrol vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 785 kg more than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Patrol (355 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Patrol | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Patrol | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |
