1993 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2010 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Equator is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Equator (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 315 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Equator.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
| Model | C | Equator |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
