2007 Ford E-250 vs. 1996 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Vitara.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. 2007 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1996 Suzuki Vitara has manual transmission. 1996 Suzuki Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-250 | 1996 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | E-250 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
