2006 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2010 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 4 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Stavic. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Stavic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 173 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Equinox.
Because 2010 SsangYong Stavic is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 SsangYong Stavic. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 SsangYong Stavic (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Equinox | 2010 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Equinox | Stavic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
