2007 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
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 Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 1442 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox (286 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Equinox | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
