2006 Ford F-250 vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2011 Suzuki SX4 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 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1616 kg more than 2011 Suzuki SX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Suzuki SX4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 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-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | F-250 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 2000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4115 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 50 L |
