2004 BMW 535 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 535 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 535 weights approximately 50 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 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 535. 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, 2004 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 535 | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 535 | Equinox |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.1 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |
