2004 Suzuki XL7 vs. 2010 Ford F-450
To start off, 2010 Ford F-450 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki XL7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki XL7 would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-450 (326 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Ford F-450 (814 Nm) has 564 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2010 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Suzuki XL7 | 2010 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Ford |
| Model | XL7 | F-450 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 814 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 6670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 4390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 144 L |
