2011 Suzuki Equator vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Equator. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 365 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.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Suzuki Equator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Equator. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Suzuki Equator | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
Make | Suzuki | Porsche |
Model | Equator | Boxter |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1979 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1282 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2475 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |