2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 693 kg more than 2012 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 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Express | Equinox |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 233 Nm |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 1713 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2858 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 71 L |