2008 Lexus GS vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2008 Lexus GS 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 6 more horse power than 2008 Lexus GS. (246 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus GS.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus GS. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus GS | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Lexus | Suzuki |
| Model | GS | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 70 L |
