2008 Nissan Altima vs. 2009 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2009 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2008 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Suzuki XL7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki XL7 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Suzuki XL7 (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Altima. 2009 Suzuki XL7 has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Altima has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Altima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Suzuki XL7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Nissan Altima | 2009 Suzuki XL7 | |
Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
Model | Altima | XL7 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.4 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |