2007 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 640 kg more than 2004 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2004 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra 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, 2004 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. 2007 Chevrolet Equinox has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota Tundra has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota Tundra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Chevrolet Equinox | 2004 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Equinox | Tundra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |