2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2011 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Equator is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Equator (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 888 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Equator.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Suzuki Equator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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, 2011 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (283 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2011 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Trans Sport | Equator |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
