2000 Volkswagen Beetle 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 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Beetle 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 2 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 318 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Equator.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Suzuki Equator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle 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, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (305 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Equator. (171 Nm). This means 2000 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Equator. 2010 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 2000 Volkswagen Beetle has manual transmission. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle 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 Volkswagen Beetle | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Suzuki |
| Model | Beetle | Equator |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1293 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
