2008 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2008 Mazda CX-7 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 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2008 Mazda CX-7.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (351 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2008 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda CX-7 | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | CX-7 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 64 L |
