2007 Suzuki XL7 vs. 2011 Kia Optima
To start off, 2011 Kia Optima 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, 2011 Kia Optima (274 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki XL7. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki XL7.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Kia Optima (364 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki XL7. (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Suzuki XL7 | 2011 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Suzuki | Kia |
| Model | XL7 | Optima |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
