2009 Ford Explorer vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki XL7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki XL7 would be higher. At 4,007 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 704 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Explorer (344 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
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2009 Ford Explorer | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Explorer | XL7 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4007 cc | 2736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |