2009 Ford Flex 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 Ford Flex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Flex would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Equator. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 329 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
Because 2011 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 2011 Suzuki Equator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex, 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, 2011 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Flex | 2011 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Flex | Equator |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |