2011 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 417 kg more than 2012 Suzuki SX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Equinox | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Equinox | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1717 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4511 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1544 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 50 L |
