2001 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2010 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Equator is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jeep Cherokee 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 29 more horse power than 2001 Jeep Cherokee. (121 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2001 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 455 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Equator.
Because 2001 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2001 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2001 Jeep Cherokee (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Equator. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jeep Cherokee | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Jeep | Suzuki |
| Model | Cherokee | Equator |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3200 mm |
