2007 Ford F-450 vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Ford F-450 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki XL7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki XL7 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-450 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford F-450 (495 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2007 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-450 | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | F-450 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3590 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 64 L |
