2004 Ford E-350 vs. 2008 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2008 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (118 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1030 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (280 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-350 | 2008 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | E-350 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2488 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 50 L |
