2009 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Equator is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Focus would be higher. Both 2009 Ford Focus and 2010 Suzuki Equator are equipped with a 2,501 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Equator. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 305 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Suzuki Equator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus, 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 Ford Focus (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Equator. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Focus | Equator |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |