1996 Nissan Rasheen vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Equator (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 185 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Equator.
Because 1996 Nissan Rasheen 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, 1996 Nissan Rasheen 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 (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Rasheen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Rasheen | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Rasheen | Equator |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3200 mm |
