2004 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2000 Mazda Protege
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Protege. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Protege would be higher. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Protege. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Protege. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Protege weights approximately 123 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Equinox.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Protege. (164 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Protege. 2000 Mazda Protege has automatic transmission and 2004 Chevrolet Equinox has manual transmission. 2004 Chevrolet Equinox will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mazda Protege will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Chevrolet Equinox | 2000 Mazda Protege | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Equinox | Protege |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 164 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.1 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |