2004 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 5 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 62 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1046 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Equinox.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Equinox. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Equinox | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Equinox | Defender |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |