1994 Porsche 993 vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Equator. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 993 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Equator. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 993 | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
| Model | 993 | Equator |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3200 mm |
