1997 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 362 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox has automatic transmission and 1997 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 1997 Ford F-150 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Ford F-150 | 2012 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | F-150 | Equinox |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1713 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2858 mm |