2003 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 70 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Silverado | Equinox |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 71 L |
