2007 Suzuki XL7 vs. 2005 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 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 114 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S40. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S40.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S40. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S40. 2007 Suzuki XL7 has automatic transmission and 2005 Volvo S40 has manual transmission. 2005 Volvo S40 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 | 2005 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volvo |
| Model | XL7 | S40 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| 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 | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
