2006 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2000 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Echo would be higher. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox (186 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Echo. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 810 kg more than 2000 Toyota Echo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Echo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Echo. (122 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Echo. 2006 Chevrolet Equinox has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Echo has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Echo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Equinox | 2000 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Equinox | Echo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2380 mm |
