2011 Suzuki Equator vs. 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA
To start off, 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA is newer by 2 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, 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA (165 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Equator. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA weights approximately 207 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Equator. 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 (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Suzuki Equator | 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA | |
| Make | Suzuki | Mazda |
| Model | Equator | MX-5 MIATA |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| 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 Weight | 975 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4032 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1255 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 48 L |
