2009 Ford E-150 vs. 2001 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Aerio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Aerio would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Aerio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Aerio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Aerio weights approximately 184 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150.
Because 2009 Ford E-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 2009 Ford E-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Aerio, 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, 2009 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Aerio. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Aerio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-150 | 2001 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | E-150 | Aerio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 66 L |
