1997 Ford F-250 vs. 1997 Suzuki Sidekick
To start off, both 1997 Ford F-250 and 1997 Suzuki Sidekick were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1997 Suzuki Sidekick. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1997 Suzuki Sidekick.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Suzuki Sidekick. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (677 Nm) has 544 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Suzuki Sidekick. (133 Nm). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Suzuki Sidekick. 1997 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1997 Suzuki Sidekick has manual transmission. 1997 Suzuki Sidekick will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 1997 Suzuki Sidekick | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | F-250 | Sidekick |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7275 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 677 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2210 mm |
