2009 Lexus SC vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2009 Lexus SC 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus SC (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus SC weights approximately 155 kg more than 2004 Suzuki XL7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Lexus SC (430 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2009 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus SC | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Lexus | Suzuki |
| Model | SC | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
