2005 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2007 Audi S4
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S4 weights approximately 135 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.
Because 2007 Audi S4 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, 2007 Audi S4 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, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Equinox | 2007 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Equinox | S4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |
