1998 Ford Versailles vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Versailles. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Versailles would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1998 Ford Versailles. (92 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Versailles.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Versailles. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox will offer significantly more control. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Versailles. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Versailles. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Versailles has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Versailles will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Ford Versailles | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Versailles | Equinox |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4771 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2857 mm |