2009 Honda CR-V vs. 2008 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V 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 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 86 more horse power than 2009 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 229 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Suzuki XL7 (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda CR-V | 2008 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | CR-V | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
