2004 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2010 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2010 Nissan Cube is newer by 6 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 60 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 370 kg more than 2010 Nissan Cube. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Equinox | 2010 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Equinox | Cube |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1292 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
