2011 Suzuki Equator vs. 2010 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Equator is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Equator (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2010 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 9 kg more than 2010 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Ford Fiesta, 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 (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Fiesta. (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Suzuki Equator | 2010 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Suzuki | Ford |
| Model | Equator | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
