2010 Kia Rio vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Rio would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Equator (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Rio weights approximately 41 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
Because 2012 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 2012 Suzuki Equator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2012 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio. 2012 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Rio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Kia Rio | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Kia | Suzuki |
Model | Rio | Equator |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1106 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4026 mm | 5600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2499 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |