2010 Suzuki Equator vs. 2000 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Equator is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Equator (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 650 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Equator.
Because 2000 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Suzuki Equator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Terrano II will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Equator. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Suzuki Equator | 2000 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Suzuki | Nissan |
| Model | Equator | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2660 mm |
