2005 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton

To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Equinox and 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 240 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (305 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm). This means 2005 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Equinox 2005 SsangYong Rexton
Make Chevrolet SsangYong
Model Equinox Rexton
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3425 cc 2874 cc
Horse Power 185 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 305 Nm
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1660 kg 1900 kg
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 80 L


 

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