2008 Jaguar XF 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 Jaguar XF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar XF would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XF (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Equator. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XF weights approximately 704 kg more than 2012 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 Jaguar XF (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Equator. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Equator. 2008 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 2012 Suzuki Equator has manual transmission. 2012 Suzuki Equator will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XF | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Jaguar | Suzuki |
| Model | XF | Equator |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1679 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 80 L |
