2008 Audi A5 vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2008 Audi A5 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, 2008 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki XL7. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki XL7.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 331 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A5 | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | A5 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
