2004 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2004 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Equinox and 2004 Volkswagen GTI were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 2 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. (180 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 308 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. (235 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Equinox | 2004 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Equinox | GTI |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 235 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |