2011 Kia Cee'd vs. 2010 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd 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 9 more horse power than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 362 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Equator.
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 Kia Cee'd, 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, 2011 Kia Cee'd (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Equator. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Kia Cee'd | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Kia | Suzuki |
Model | Cee'd | Equator |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |