2004 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2007 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2007 Renault Trafic is newer by 3 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 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 81 more horse power than 2007 Renault Trafic. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Trafic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Trafic weights approximately 15 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 @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Trafic. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Trafic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Equinox | 2007 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Equinox | Trafic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2240 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |
