1999 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1999 Ford F-150. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 3 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1999 Ford F-150 (393 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Equator. (381 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Equator. 2012 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 1999 Ford F-150 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | F-150 | Equator |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
