2008 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 1 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 114 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 2007 Suzuki XL7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 will offer significantly more control. 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT. 2007 Suzuki XL7 has automatic transmission and 2008 Alfa Romeo GT has manual transmission. 2008 Alfa Romeo GT 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:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo GT | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | GT | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
