2009 Chevrolet Traverse 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 Chevrolet Traverse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Traverse would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Equator. (262 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 484 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 2012 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 2012 Suzuki Equator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse, 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, 2012 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Traverse | Equator |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
