2011 Suzuki Equator vs. 2011 Ford S-Max
To start off, both 2011 Suzuki Equator and 2011 Ford S-Max were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Equator (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2011 Ford S-Max. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford S-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford S-Max weights approximately 678 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, 2011 Ford S-Max, 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 (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford S-Max. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford S-Max. 2011 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford S-Max has manual transmission. 2011 Ford S-Max 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 | 2011 Ford S-Max | |
| Make | Suzuki | Ford |
| Model | Equator | S-Max |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
