2010 Suzuki Equator vs. 2011 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2011 Toyota iQ 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Equator (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2011 Toyota iQ. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 115 kg more than 2011 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Toyota iQ, 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 (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota iQ. (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Suzuki Equator | 2011 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Equator | iQ |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 32 L |
