2001 Suzuki GSX R4 vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki GSX R4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Equator. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 335 kg more than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Suzuki Equator (232 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4. (137 Nm). This means 2009 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | GSX R4 | Equator |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3200 mm |
