2006 Suzuki Ignis vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Ignis would be higher. At 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. (98 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Ignis.
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, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 952 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. 2011 Ford F-450 has automatic transmission and 2006 Suzuki Ignis has manual transmission. 2006 Suzuki Ignis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Suzuki Ignis | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Suzuki | Ford |
Model | Ignis | F-450 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 1085 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 6680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2438 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 2024 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 4379 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 142 L |