2009 Suzuki Equator vs. 2001 Suzuki EV Sport
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki EV Sport would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Equator (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki EV Sport weights approximately 470 kg more than 2009 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 Suzuki Equator (171 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. (106 Nm). This means 2009 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Suzuki Equator | 2001 Suzuki EV Sport | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Equator | EV Sport |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 398 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2240 mm |
