2006 Ford F-250 vs. 1998 Suzuki X90
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Suzuki X90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Suzuki X90 would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki X90. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki X90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1752 kg more than 1998 Suzuki X90. 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-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki X90. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki X90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 1998 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | F-250 | X90 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 1590 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2210 mm |
