2008 Nissan 350Z vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki XL7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki XL7 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2008 Nissan 350Z.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Nissan 350Z (364 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan 350Z | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | 350Z | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
