2001 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2001 Honda Accord. (65 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 395 kg more than 2001 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2001 Honda Accord (264 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Accord | 2012 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Accord | Equinox |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
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 | 65 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 233 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2858 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 71 L |