2008 Ford F-450 vs. 1994 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1994 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1994 Suzuki Samurai.
Because 1994 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford F-450. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 778 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-450 | 1994 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | F-450 | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2490 mm |
