2009 Hyundai i10 vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i10 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i10. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i10.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i10. (153 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i10. 2007 Suzuki XL7 has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai i10 has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai i10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Suzuki XL7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i10 | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Suzuki |
| Model | i10 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1120 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
