2005 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 4 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, both vehicles can yield 185 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 394 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Equinox | 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Equinox | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |
