2004 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1146 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Equinox.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Equinox | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Equinox | F-250 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3423 cc | 4198 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 103 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 144 L |