2007 Saab 9-7X vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Saab 9-7X 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 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 9-7X (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Saab 9-7X (376 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2007 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Saab 9-7X | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Saab | Suzuki |
| Model | 9-7X | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4160 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |
