2002 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Equator is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Ram. (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Ram weights approximately 775 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Equator.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2010 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Ram. 2010 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 2002 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2002 Dodge Ram 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:
| 2002 Dodge Ram | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Ram | Equator |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3560 mm |
