2009 Renault Symbol 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 Renault Symbol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Renault Symbol would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Equator (152 HP) has 88 more horse power than 2009 Renault Symbol. (64 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Symbol weights approximately 25 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
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 Renault Symbol, 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 (232 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Symbol. (160 Nm). This means 2012 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Symbol | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Symbol | Equator |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 152 HP |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4261 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1639 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1439 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2473 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
