2009 Audi TT vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi TT would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Equator. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi TT weights approximately 55 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.
Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Suzuki Equator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi TT (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Equator. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | TT | Equator |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
