2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Blackhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Blackhawk would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 147 kg more than 2003 Buick Blackhawk.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. 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, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (692 Nm) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Blackhawk | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Blackhawk | Equinox |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 692 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2857 mm |
