2003 Dodge Durango vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Equator (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Durango weights approximately 910 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Equator.
Because 2003 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Suzuki Equator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Durango 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, 2003 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Equator. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Durango | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Durango | Equator |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3560 mm |
