2010 Suzuki Equator vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica 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 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 191 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 250 kg more than 2012 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Suzuki Equator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Tata Indica. 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 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica. 2010 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2012 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Suzuki Equator | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Suzuki | Tata |
| Model | Equator | Indica |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3953 cc | 1401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 37 L |
