2011 Suzuki Equator vs. 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 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 28 more horse power than 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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 (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Suzuki Equator | 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Suzuki | Mazda |
Model | Equator | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3995 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2329 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 48 L |