2005 Audi S8 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 S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S8 weights approximately 475 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Equator.
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, 2005 Audi S8 (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Equator. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S8 | 2011 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | S8 | Equator |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1295 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
