2008 Ford S-Max vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford S-Max. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford S-Max would be higher. At 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2008 Ford S-Max. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford S-Max.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford S-Max. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 765 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford S-Max. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford S-Max. 2012 Ford F-450 has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford S-Max has manual transmission. 2008 Ford S-Max will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford F-450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford S-Max | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | S-Max | F-450 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 4379 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 142 L |
