2006 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2008 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 160 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Equinox | 2008 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Equinox | Express |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 117 L |
