2009 Suzuki XL7 vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 3 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki XL7. (252 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 78 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2012 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki XL7. (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Suzuki XL7 | 2012 Honda Accord | |
Make | Suzuki | Honda |
Model | XL7 | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |