2004 Porsche Boxster vs. 2010 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Equator is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (236 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Equator. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 381 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Porsche Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Equator. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Equator. 2004 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 2010 Suzuki Equator has manual transmission. 2010 Suzuki Equator will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche Boxster | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
| Model | Boxster | Equator |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
