2009 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (341 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Equator. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 235 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2012 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911. 2012 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Porsche 911 | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
Model | 911 | Equator |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 341 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |