2008 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Equator. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 218 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Because 2012 Suzuki Equator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Suzuki Equator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Equator. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Expedition | Equator |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |
