2005 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 3 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 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 26 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Altima. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Altima. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Altima. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Equinox | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Equinox | Altima |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 220 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |