1997 Mazda Levante 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 Mazda Levante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda Levante would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Equator (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1997 Mazda Levante. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda Levante weights approximately 285 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Equator.
Because 1997 Mazda Levante 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, 1997 Mazda Levante 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, 1997 Mazda Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Equator. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda Levante | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | Levante | Equator |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3200 mm |
