2007 Suzuki XL7 vs. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 137 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (115 HP @ 2400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Suzuki XL7 | 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | XL7 | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
