2005 Renault Clio vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Clio would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (252 HP @ 7150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 115 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
Because 2012 Suzuki Equator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio. 2012 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Clio | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Clio | Equator |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
