2009 Ford F-350 vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Suzuki XL7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Suzuki XL7 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 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki XL7. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki XL7.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki XL7. (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki XL7. 2007 Suzuki XL7 has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford F-350 has manual transmission. 2009 Ford F-350 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Suzuki XL7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | F-350 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 70 L |
