2005 Audi A3 vs. 2011 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Equator is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Audi A3. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Equator.
Because 2011 Suzuki Equator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Equator 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, 2011 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 | 2011 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | A3 | Equator |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
