2010 Suzuki Equator vs. 2012 Chrysler 200
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 200 is newer by 2 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, 2012 Chrysler 200 (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Equator. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 200 should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 200 weights approximately 793 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Equator. 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, 2012 Chrysler 200, 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, 2012 Chrysler 200 (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Equator. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Suzuki Equator | 2012 Chrysler 200 | |
Make | Suzuki | Chrysler |
Model | Equator | 200 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1768 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4948 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2766 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |