2005 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 265 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
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2005 Chevrolet Equinox | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Equinox | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |