2009 Suzuki XL7 vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Suzuki XL7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Suzuki XL7 would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki XL7. (252 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 361 kg more than 2010 Nissan Frontier.
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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki XL7. (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Suzuki XL7 | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Suzuki | Nissan |
Model | XL7 | Frontier |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |