2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (641 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Equator. (262 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (821 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Equator. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
| Model | SLR McLaren | Equator |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 821 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
