2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 2 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki XL7. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki XL7.
Because 2007 Suzuki XL7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki XL7. (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-350 | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | E-350 | XL7 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |