2007 Ford E-250 vs. 1999 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 4,606 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 163 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Samurai.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. 2007 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1999 Suzuki Samurai has manual transmission. 1999 Suzuki Samurai 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 | 1999 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | E-250 | Samurai |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1700 mm |