2009 Suzuki Equator vs. 2009 Kia Rio
To start off, both 2009 Suzuki Equator and 2009 Kia Rio were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Equator (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 183 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Equator.
Because 2009 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 2009 Suzuki Equator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rio, 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, 2009 Suzuki Equator (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio. 2009 Kia Rio has automatic transmission and 2009 Suzuki Equator has manual transmission. 2009 Suzuki Equator will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Rio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Suzuki Equator | 2009 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Suzuki | Kia |
| Model | Equator | Rio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1158 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
