2002 Ford F-250 vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Equator (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1285 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
Because 2002 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Suzuki Equator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Equator. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford F-250 | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | F-250 | Equator |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3560 mm |