2010 Suzuki Equator vs. 2011 Renault Espace
To start off, 2011 Renault Espace 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2011 Renault Espace. (239 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Espace weights approximately 520 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Equator.
Because 2010 Suzuki Equator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Equator 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, 2010 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Suzuki Equator | 2011 Renault Espace | |
Make | Suzuki | Renault |
Model | Equator | Espace |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3953 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |