1999 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Chevrolet Equinox

To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (200 HP) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 304 kg more than 1999 Honda Accord.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Honda Accord (264 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Honda Accord 2011 Chevrolet Equinox
Make Honda Chevrolet
Model Accord Equinox
Year Released 1999 2011
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2995 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 182 HP
Torque 264 Nm 233 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1410 kg 1714 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1842 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2858 mm


 

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