2006 Ford E-350 vs. 2004 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 Ford E-350.
Because 2004 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2006 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-350 | 2004 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | E-350 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 64 L |
