2011 Suzuki Equator vs. 2003 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Equator is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Equator (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 306. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Equator.
Because 2011 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 2011 Suzuki Equator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 306, 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 Suzuki Equator (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Suzuki Equator | 2003 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Peugeot |
| Model | Equator | 306 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
