2004 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Equator. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 361 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Equator. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Equator. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Golf | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Suzuki |
| Model | Golf | Equator |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1336 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
