2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1999 Suzuki X90
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki X90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki X90 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki X90. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki X90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki X90 weights approximately 128 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Because 1999 Suzuki X90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki X90 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-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki X90. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki X90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 1999 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | F-350 | X90 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2210 mm |
