2007 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2007 Proton Gen
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Equinox and 2007 Proton Gen were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 76 more horse power than 2007 Proton Gen. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Gen.
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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Gen. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Gen.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Equinox | 2007 Proton Gen | |
Make | Chevrolet | Proton |
Model | Equinox | Gen |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 40 L |