2006 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 6 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 597 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour. 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, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Equinox | 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Equinox | Accord Crosstour |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1763 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |