1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (252 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1095 kg more than 2009 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Equator. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Express | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Express | Equator |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3200 mm |