2007 Ford E-150 vs. 2005 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Samurai.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 2005 Suzuki Samurai has manual transmission. 2005 Suzuki Samurai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-150 | 2005 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | E-150 | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2490 mm |
