2011 Jaguar XF vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Jaguar XF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Jaguar XF would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XF (271 HP) has 119 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Equator. (152 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Jaguar XF (600 Nm) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Equator. (232 Nm). This means 2011 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Equator. 2011 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 2012 Suzuki Equator has manual transmission. 2012 Suzuki Equator will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Jaguar XF | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Jaguar | Suzuki |
| Model | XF | Equator |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 152 HP |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4961 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1877 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2908 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
