2006 Ford F-350 vs. 2004 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 5,407 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 231 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Swift. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-350 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Swift. 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, 2004 Suzuki Swift, 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 @ 3750 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Swift. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-350 | 2004 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | F-350 | Swift |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 40 L |
