2012 Buick Verano vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, both 2012 Buick Verano and 2012 Suzuki Equator were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Verano (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Equator. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Verano should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Verano weights approximately 522 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Suzuki Equator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Buick Verano, 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, both vehicles can yield 232 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2012 Buick Verano has automatic transmission and 2012 Suzuki Equator has manual transmission. 2012 Suzuki Equator will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Buick Verano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Buick Verano | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Verano | Equator |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4671 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1816 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |
