2012 Suzuki Equator vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Equator. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 225 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, 2005 Opel Vectra, 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Equator. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Suzuki Equator | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Suzuki | Opel |
| Model | Equator | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
