1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Equator. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 777 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Suzuki Equator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Suzuki Equator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Equator. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Trans Sport | Equator |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3200 mm |
