2007 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2006 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Picanto 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 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 356 kg more than 2006 Kia Picanto. 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | 2006 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Equinox | Picanto |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 35 L |
