2007 Subaru Outback vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Subaru Outback 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 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Outback (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 92 kg more than 2007 Subaru Outback.
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 Subaru Outback (327 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2007 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Outback | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
| Model | Outback | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
