2009 Scion tC vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2009 Scion tC is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki XL7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki XL7 would be higher. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Scion tC. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2009 Scion tC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Scion tC. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Scion tC | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Scion | Suzuki |
| Model | tC | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
