2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 3750 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-150 | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | F-150 | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 66 L |