2008 Ford F-350 vs. 2005 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 6,802 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 73 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350.
Because 2005 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Samurai 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, 2008 Ford F-350 (620 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-350 | 2005 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | F-350 | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6802 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
