2011 Suzuki Equator vs. 2010 Tata Nano
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Equator is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Tata Nano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Tata Nano would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2010 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 695 kg more than 2010 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Nano. 2011 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 2010 Tata Nano has manual transmission. 2010 Tata Nano will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Suzuki Equator | 2010 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Suzuki | Tata |
| Model | Equator | Nano |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 37 L |
