Ford Explorer Sport vs Suzuki XL-7
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2009 Suzuki XL-7
Overview
| Spec | Ford Explorer SportXLS | Suzuki XL-7Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | XLS | Premium |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2003 | 2009 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Ford Explorer SportXLS | Suzuki XL-7Premium |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $21,870 (best) | $25,745 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Ford Explorer SportXLS | Suzuki XL-7Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 17 MPG | 19 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 15 MPG | 17 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 20 MPG | 24 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 16.8 gal | 18.6 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Ford Explorer SportXLS | Suzuki XL-7Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 203 hp | 252 hp (best) |
| Torque | 237 lb-ft | 243 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 4 L (best) | 3.6 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Ford Explorer SportXLS | Suzuki XL-7Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats | 7 seats (best) |
| Doors | 3 | 5 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 71 cu ft | 95.2 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 5,140 lbs (best) | 3,500 lbs |
| Payload | 600 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,769 lbs (best) | 4,030 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 6.7 in | 7.9 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 101.8 in | 112.4 in (best) |
| Length | 180.4 in | 197.2 in (best) |
| Width | 70.2 in | 72.2 in (best) |
| Height | 68.2 in | 68.9 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Ford Explorer SportXLS | Suzuki XL-7Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Rollover | 2 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Ford Explorer Sport | Suzuki XL-7 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | XLS $21,870 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Premium $25,745 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | XLS $22,545 MSRP | Premium $27,395 MSRP |
| 3 | XLS $24,890 MSRP | Luxury $27,429 MSRP |
| 4 | XLS $25,565 MSRP | Luxury $29,079 MSRP |
| 5 | XLT $23,835 MSRP | Limited $28,280 MSRP |
| 6 | XLT $26,915 MSRP | Limited $28,580 MSRP |
| 7 | XLT Premium $25,595 MSRP | Limited $29,930 MSRP |
| 8 | XLT Premium $28,760 MSRP | Limited $30,230 MSRP |
Ford Explorer Sport vs Suzuki XL-7 FAQ
- Which is better: 2003 Ford Explorer Sport or 2009 Suzuki XL-7?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2003 Ford Explorer Sport vs 2009 Suzuki XL-7 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2003 Ford Explorer Sport or 2009 Suzuki XL-7?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2003 Ford Explorer Sport starts lower at $21,870.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2003 Ford Explorer Sport or 2009 Suzuki XL-7?
- The 2003 Ford Explorer Sport leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (21,870).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2003 Ford Explorer Sport or 2009 Suzuki XL-7?
- The 2009 Suzuki XL-7 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (19).
- Which has better horsepower: 2003 Ford Explorer Sport or 2009 Suzuki XL-7?
- The 2009 Suzuki XL-7 leads on horsepower in this comparison (252).
- Which has better seats: 2003 Ford Explorer Sport or 2009 Suzuki XL-7?
- The 2009 Suzuki XL-7 leads on seats in this comparison (7).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2003 Ford Explorer Sport or 2009 Suzuki XL-7?
- The 2003 Ford Explorer Sport leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (5,140).