2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (405 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1319 kg more than 2004 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (588 Nm) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Ford |
| Model | Grand Vitara | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2489 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2729 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5603 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1994 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3378 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 18.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |
