2000 Audi S3 vs. 2010 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Equator is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi S3 would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2000 Audi S3. (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S3 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Equator.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2010 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi S3. (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi S3. 2010 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi S3 has manual transmission. 2000 Audi S3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S3 | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | S3 | Equator |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |
