2008 Suzuki XL7 vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Suzuki XL7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Suzuki XL7 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Outback. (171 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 134 kg more than 2013 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Suzuki XL7 (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Outback. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Suzuki XL7 | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Suzuki | Subaru |
| Model | XL7 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
