2007 Suzuki XL7 vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 4 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, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2011 BMW Z4. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW Z4.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW Z4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki XL7. (331 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki XL7. 2007 Suzuki XL7 has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW Z4 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 | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Suzuki | BMW |
| Model | XL7 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
