2005 Toyota Camry vs. 2011 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (157 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 273 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (217 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Camry | 2011 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Camry | Equinox |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1444 kg | 1717 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |
