2009 Suzuki XL7 vs. 2011 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2011 Nissan Titan is newer by 2 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 5,598 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki XL7. (252 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki XL7.
Because 2009 Suzuki XL7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Titan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki XL7 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Nissan Titan (385 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki XL7. (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Suzuki XL7 | 2011 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Suzuki | Nissan |
| Model | XL7 | Titan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 5598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
