2004 Ford F-150 vs. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 448 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 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 F-150 (610 Nm) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | F-150 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 66 L |
