2006 Ford F-250 vs. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 4,200 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 206 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford F-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 2011 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | F-250 | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 2400 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 63 L |
