2008 BMW Z4 vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Equator (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 BMW Z4. (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (316 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4. 2012 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 BMW Z4 | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | BMW | Suzuki |
Model | Z4 | Equator |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |