2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Equator. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1281 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Equator. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen Touareg | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Volkswagen | Suzuki |
Model | Touareg | Equator |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2256 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |