2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki XL7. (252 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 219 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki XL7. (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Express | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
