Suzuki Equator vs. Toyota Tacoma
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Suzuki Equator and Toyota Tacoma contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Suzuki Equator and the Toyota Tacoma.
When we compare the Suzuki Equator's and the Toyota Tacoma's specifications and ratings, the Suzuki Equator has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and interior volume. The Toyota Tacoma has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Suzuki Equator's and the Toyota Tacoma's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Pricing: A used 2012 Suzuki Equator ranges from $5,527 to $17,644 while a used 2012 Toyota Tacoma is priced between $12,595 to $25,689.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Suzuki Equator’s base engine makes 152 horsepower, and the Toyota Tacoma base engine makes 159 horsepower. The Equator is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 485 miles. The Tacoma is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 528 miles. This gives the Toyota Tacoma the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Suzuki Equator. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Suzuki Equator has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room and front leg room. The Toyota Tacoma has the advantage in the area of front head room.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths: The Suzuki Equator is available in a Crew Cab or an Extended Cab configuration, and the Toyota Tacoma is available in a Crew Cab, Extended Cab,or a Regular Cab configuration. The Suzuki Equator offers bed lengths of 59.5 and 73.3 inches, and the Toyota Tacoma offers bed lengths of 60.3 and 73.5 inches.
Safety Ratings: The Toyota Tacoma has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
17899
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
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Category Starting MSRP Range:
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
17125
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
20090
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
17125 - 29350
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
12112
Price Range:
5527 - 17644
Category Avg Price:
N/A
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N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
2
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
173898
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
18881
Price Range:
12595 - 25689
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
15087
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
12749 - 18881
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
144
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
144038
# Good or Great Deals:
46
Suzuki Equator Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Toyota Tacoma Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.789768 / 10
Reliability:
9.25 / 10
Retained Value:
9.119303 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Suzuki Equator
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
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Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Toyota Tacoma
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.9016713054939411
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
6.608635770456752
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
2.5
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
1.8 - 19.3
Suzuki Equator Rankings
Not yet available
Toyota Tacoma Rankings
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7 out of / 7Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab, Regular Cab
Available Bed Length(s)
59.5 inches, 73.3 inches
Available Bed Length(s)
60.3 inches, 73.5 inches
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Suzuki Equator Trim Levels
Base, Premium, RMZ-4, Sport
Toyota Tacoma Trim Levels
Base, PreRunner, PreRunner V6, V6, X-Runner V6
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
7 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years / 25000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
152 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
171 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.041 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
350 lbs
Max Payload:
986 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
159 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
180 foot-lbs @ 3800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
3500 lbs
Max Payload:
1350 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 23 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
401 / 485 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 25 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
443 / 528 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Power outlet:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Bench Seats:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Power outlet:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Alloy wheels:
Available
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
Available
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
Available
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
Available
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
25.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.9 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
87.7 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
56.1 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3686 lbs
Width:
72.8 inches
Height:
68.7 inches
Length:
206.6 inches
Wheelbase:
125.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.6 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3250 lbs
Width:
72.2 inches
Height:
65.8 inches
Length:
190.4 inches
Wheelbase:
109.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P235/75R15
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P215/70R15
Exterior Colors
White
Glacier White
Black
Not available
Blue
Not available
Gray
Not available
Green
Not available
Red
Not available
Silver
Not available
Exterior Colors
White
Super White
Black
Black
Blue
Nautical Blue Metallic
Gray
Magnetic Gray Metallic
Green
Pyrite Mica / Spruce Mica
Red
Barcelona Red Metallic
Silver
Silver Streak Mica
Interior Colors
Gray
Graphite
Interior Colors
Gray
Graphite
