2004 Xedos 9 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 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Equator. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 610 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Equator. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Xedos 9 | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Xedos | Suzuki |
| Model | 9 | Equator |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3200 mm |
