2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Equator is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Equator. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1222 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 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Equator. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Ram | Equator |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2517 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
