2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (405 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1151 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Ford |
| Model | Grand Vitara | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 2729 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5603 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1695 mm | 1994 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3378 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 18.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 98 L |
