2007 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2006 Ford Territory
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Territory. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Territory would be higher. At 3,982 cc, 2006 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 506 kg more than 2006 Ford Territory.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | 2006 Ford Territory | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Equinox | Territory |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 3982 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |
