2009 Suzuki Equator vs. 2010 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2010 Kia Carnival is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Suzuki Equator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Suzuki Equator would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2010 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carnival weights approximately 729 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Equator.
Because 2009 Suzuki Equator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Suzuki Equator | 2010 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Suzuki | Kia |
| Model | Equator | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3953 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
