2006 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2011 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Equator is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Equator (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1164 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Equator.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Suzuki Equator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2011 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. 2011 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | 2011 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Suzuki |
| Model | Touareg | Equator |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2229 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
