2010 Nissan Rogue 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 Nissan Rogue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Rogue would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Equator. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 513 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Nissan Rogue, 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 Nissan Rogue (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Equator. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Rogue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Nissan Rogue | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
Model | Rogue | Equator |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4646 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1659 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |