2009 Ford F-250 vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 5,399 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 259 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (41 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford F-250 weights approximately 161 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford F-250 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 F-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Alto, 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 F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (41 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-250 | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | F-250 | Alto |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5399 cc | 1061 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 35 L |
