2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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. Both 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara and 2005 Suzuki XL7 are equipped with a 2,736 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Grand Vitara | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
