2005 Ford E-150 vs. 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 Ford E-150 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 132 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1133 kg more than 2000 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, 2005 Ford E-150 (373 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (181 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-150 | 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | E-150 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2383 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 30 L |
