2005 Subaru Forester vs. 2010 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Equator is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Equator. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 425 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Suzuki Equator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Equator. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Equator. 2010 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 2005 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2005 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Subaru Forester | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
Model | Forester | Equator |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |