2008 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 113 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Suzuki Equator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic, 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, 2010 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 2010 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Civic | Equator |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
