2005 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2009 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Nissan Altima 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 583 kg more than 2009 Nissan Altima.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Nissan Altima (350 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Equinox | 2009 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Equinox | Altima |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 350 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |