2007 Suzuki XL7 vs. 1999 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Echo would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Echo. (84 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Echo.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (331 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Echo. (123 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Echo. 2007 Suzuki XL7 has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Echo has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Echo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Suzuki XL7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Suzuki XL7 | 1999 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | XL7 | Echo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
