2009 Ford E-150 vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki XL7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki XL7 would be higher. At 4,606 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 40 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 669 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford E-150 (389 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-150 | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | E-150 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 64 L |
