2005 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2005 Nissan Almera
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Equinox and 2005 Nissan Almera 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Almera. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 577 kg more than 2005 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Almera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox 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 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Almera. (139 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Equinox | 2005 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Equinox | Almera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 1597 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1713 kg | 1136 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
