2009 Suzuki Equator vs. 2000 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Equator (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Audi A6. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 580 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Equator.
Because 2000 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Suzuki Equator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Suzuki Equator | 2000 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Audi |
| Model | Equator | A6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
