2008 BMW 118 vs. 2010 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Equator is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 118 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Equator (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 118 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Equator.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Equator. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 118 | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | BMW | Suzuki |
Model | 118 | Equator |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |