2008 Ford F-150 vs. 2006 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2008 Ford F-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Liana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Liana would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Liana. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 133 kg more than 2008 Ford F-150.
Because 2008 Ford F-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 F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Liana, 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 F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-150 | 2006 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | F-150 | Liana |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 50 L |
