2005 Ford E-150 vs. 1990 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2005 Ford E-150 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1990 Suzuki Samurai. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1990 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1453 kg more than 1990 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-150 (373 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-150 | 1990 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | E-150 | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2383 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2490 mm |
