1995 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1995 Audi A8. (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A8 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Equator.
Because 1995 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Suzuki Equator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi A8 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 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi A8. (315 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A8 | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | A8 | Equator |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3695 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3200 mm |
