2001 Ford TE-50 vs. 2007 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2007 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford TE-50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford TE-50 would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford TE-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford TE-50 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki SX4. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford TE-50 should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki SX4.
Because 2007 Suzuki SX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford TE-50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki SX4 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, 2001 Ford TE-50 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki SX4. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford TE-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford TE-50 | 2007 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | TE-50 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |
