2001 Subaru Forester vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Equator (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Forester. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Forester weights approximately 395 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
Because 2001 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Suzuki Equator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (186 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Equator. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Subaru Forester | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
Model | Forester | Equator |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |