2008 BMW 650 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 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 650 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Equator. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 650 weights approximately 665 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.
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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Equator. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Equator. 2010 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 650 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 650 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 650 | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | BMW | Suzuki |
Model | 650 | Equator |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |