2002 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2011 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Equator is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (334 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Equator. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 950 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Suzuki Equator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Equator. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche Cayenne | 2011 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
| Model | Cayenne | Equator |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4511 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 334 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2245 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 20.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
