2008 BMW 120 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 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 120 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 4 more horse power than 2008 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 120 weights approximately 375 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, 2010 Suzuki Equator (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 120. 2008 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 2010 Suzuki Equator has manual transmission. 2010 Suzuki Equator will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 120 | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | BMW | Suzuki |
Model | 120 | Equator |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |