2006 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2013 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2013 Toyota Corolla is newer by 7 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 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2013 Toyota Corolla. 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 2013 Toyota Corolla. 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 @ 3800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Corolla. (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Corolla. 2006 Chevrolet Equinox has automatic transmission and 2013 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2013 Toyota Corolla 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.
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2006 Chevrolet Equinox | 2013 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Equinox | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |