2009 Suzuki Equator vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Equator. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Equator. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Suzuki Equator | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Suzuki | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Equator | SL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1298 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |