2002 Honda City vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda City would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Equator (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2002 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 123 kg more than 2002 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Suzuki Equator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Suzuki Equator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda City, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda City. 2012 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda City has manual transmission. 2002 Honda City will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda City | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | City | Equator |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3560 mm |