2008 Renault Vel Satis 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 Renault Vel Satis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Vel Satis would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Renault Vel Satis. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 500 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Equator.
Because 2009 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 2009 Suzuki Equator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Renault Vel Satis, 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, 2009 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Vel Satis. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Vel Satis | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Vel Satis | Equator |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
