2007 Suzuki XL7 vs. 2004 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S40 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 35 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S40. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S40.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S40. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Suzuki XL7 | 2004 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volvo |
| Model | XL7 | S40 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
