2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 463 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Equator.
Because 2009 Suzuki Equator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (346 Nm). This means 2009 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | Endeavor | Equator |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 80 L |
