2011 Suzuki Equator vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf 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 32 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 481 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf, 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Suzuki Equator | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
Model | Equator | Golf |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4246 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1782 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |