2006 Ford F-150 vs. 1996 Suzuki Escudo
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Escudo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Escudo would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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 F-150 (495 Nm) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. (156 Nm). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Escudo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 1996 Suzuki Escudo | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | F-150 | Escudo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2370 mm |
