2007 Suzuki XL7 vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Suzuki XL7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Suzuki XL7 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki XL7. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki XL7.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Lexus IS (375 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki XL7. (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Suzuki XL7 | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Suzuki | Lexus |
| Model | XL7 | IS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
