2009 Ford F-250 vs. 2001 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (79 HP @ 5350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 24 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
Because 2001 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford F-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2009 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-250 | 2001 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | F-250 | Vitara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5350 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2490 mm |