2005 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Equinox and 2005 Mercedes-Benz G were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 620 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G (400 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Equinox | 2005 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Equinox | G |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 96 L |
