2008 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki XL7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki XL7 would be higher. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 102 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (223 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Accord | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
