2001 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Equator (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Tundra. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Tundra.

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, 2001 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Equator. (381 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Equator.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Toyota Tundra 2010 Suzuki Equator
Make Toyota Suzuki
Model Tundra Equator
Year Released 2001 2010
Body Type Pickup Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4700 cc 3954 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 245 HP 262 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 427 Nm 381 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 5530 mm 5600 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 3270 mm 3560 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 80 L


 

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