1997 Ford F-150 vs. 1998 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. (79 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1139 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Ford F-150 (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-150 | 1998 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | F-150 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2490 mm |
