2002 TVR Speed 12 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 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 528 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Equator. (262 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 63 kg more than 2002 TVR Speed 12.
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, 2002 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Equator. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Equator. 2011 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 2002 TVR Speed 12 has manual transmission. 2002 TVR Speed 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 TVR Speed 12 | 2011 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | TVR | Suzuki |
| Model | Speed 12 | Equator |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7730 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 790 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |
