2010 Suzuki Equator vs. 2011 Nissan Grand Livina
To start off, 2011 Nissan Grand Livina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Suzuki Equator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Suzuki Equator would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Equator (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Grand Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Grand Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Grand Livina weights approximately 357 kg more 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, 2011 Nissan Grand Livina, 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 Suzuki Equator (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Grand Livina. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Grand Livina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Suzuki Equator | 2011 Nissan Grand Livina | |
| Make | Suzuki | Nissan |
| Model | Equator | Grand Livina |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |
