2007 Suzuki XL7 vs. 2013 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2013 Ford C-MAX is newer by 6 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (250 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2013 Ford C-MAX. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford C-MAX.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford C-MAX. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Suzuki XL7 | 2013 Ford C-MAX | |
| Make | Suzuki | Ford |
| Model | XL7 | C-MAX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2085 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1623 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
