2008 Renault Laguna vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2008 Renault Laguna 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 113 more horse power than 2008 Renault Laguna. (139 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Laguna.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (331 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Laguna. (195 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Laguna. 2007 Suzuki XL7 has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Suzuki XL7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Laguna | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Laguna | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
