2000 Peugeot Partner 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 Peugeot Partner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot Partner would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Equator (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot Partner. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot Partner weights approximately 210 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Equator.
Because 2010 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 2010 Suzuki Equator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot Partner, 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, 2010 Suzuki Equator (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot Partner. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot Partner. 2010 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 2000 Peugeot Partner has manual transmission. 2000 Peugeot Partner 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 Peugeot Partner | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Peugeot | Suzuki |
Model | Partner | Equator |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1866 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3200 mm |