2008 Ford F-450 vs. 2008 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, both 2008 Ford F-450 and 2008 Suzuki Ignis were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 281 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Ignis.
Because 2008 Ford F-450 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-450. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Ignis, 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-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 711 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford F-450 | 2008 Suzuki Ignis | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | F-450 | Ignis |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6400 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 881 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 39 L |