2006 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2009 Ford Flex

To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 3 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 784 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.

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 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Equinox.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet Equinox 2009 Ford Flex
Make Chevrolet Ford
Model Equinox Flex
Year Released 2006 2009
Body Type SUV Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3350 cc 3496 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 185 HP 262 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 336 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 966 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 5130 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 3000 mm
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 14 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.8 L/100km 12.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 70 L


 

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