2002 Ford F-150 vs. 1994 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2002 Ford F-150 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1994 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, 2002 Ford F-150 (339 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford F-150 | 1994 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | F-150 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2210 mm |
