2007 Ford F-250 vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1495 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford F-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-250 | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | F-250 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3075 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 66 L |
