1998 Ford F-150 vs. 2008 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2008 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-150 weights approximately 593 kg more than 2008 Suzuki SX4. 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, 1998 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford F-150 | 2008 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | F-150 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2510 mm |
