2004 Ford F-250 vs. 1990 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1990 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1990 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 2309 kg more than 1990 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Suzuki Alto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford F-250 (476 Nm) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-250 | 1990 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | F-250 | Alto |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2939 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2180 mm |
