1997 Nissan Trailrunner vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Trailrunner would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 500 kg more than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner.
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 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. (200 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Trailrunner | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Trailrunner | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2857 mm |
