2011 Suzuki Equator vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Suzuki Equator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Suzuki Equator 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 50 more horse power than 2012 Audi TT. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi TT weights approximately 175 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Equator.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Suzuki Equator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi TT. (349 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Suzuki Equator | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Suzuki | Audi |
| Model | Equator | TT |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
