2008 Ford E-150 vs. 2005 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Reno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Reno would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Reno. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Reno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Reno weights approximately 165 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150.
Because 2008 Ford E-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Ford E-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Reno, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Ford E-150 (388 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Reno. (171 Nm). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Reno.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford E-150 | 2005 Suzuki Reno | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | E-150 | Reno |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 171 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |