2010 Chevrolet Epica vs. 2010 Suzuki Equator
To start off, both 2010 Chevrolet Epica and 2010 Suzuki Equator were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Epica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Epica (154 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Equator. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Epica should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Epica weights approximately 600 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Suzuki Equator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Epica, 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, 2010 Chevrolet Epica (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Equator. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Epica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Equator. 2010 Chevrolet Epica has automatic transmission and 2010 Suzuki Equator has manual transmission. 2010 Suzuki Equator will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Epica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Chevrolet Epica | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Epica | Equator |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |