2008 Ferrari 360 vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,586 cc, 2008 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2009 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 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Equator. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Equator. 2009 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 2008 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2008 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari 360 | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Ferrari | Suzuki |
| Model | 360 | Equator |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 2501 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 370 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
