2012 Suzuki Equator vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Suzuki Equator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Suzuki Equator would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Escape (237 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Equator. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 658 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, 2013 Ford Escape, 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, 2013 Ford Escape (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Equator. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Equator. 2013 Ford Escape 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. 2013 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Suzuki Equator | 2013 Ford Escape | |
Make | Suzuki | Ford |
Model | Equator | Escape |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4524 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2078 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |