2006 Ford F-350 vs. 2001 Suzuki Lapin
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Lapin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Lapin would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-350 weights approximately 836 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-350 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-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Lapin, 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-350 (495 Nm) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. (108 Nm). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Lapin.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-350 | 2001 Suzuki Lapin | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | F-350 | Lapin |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2370 mm |
