2010 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2010 Suzuki Equator

To start off, both 2010 Saab 03-Sep 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saab 03-Sep (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Equator. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Equator.

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 Saab 03-Sep, 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 Saab 03-Sep (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Equator. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Equator. 2010 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 2010 Saab 03-Sep has manual transmission. 2010 Saab 03-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Saab 03-Sep 2010 Suzuki Equator
Make Saab Suzuki
Model 03-Sep Equator
Year Released 2010 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2000 cc 2501 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 207 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 299 Nm 171 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4646 mm 5250 mm
Vehicle Width 1781 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1438 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2675 mm 3200 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.1 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 80 L


 

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