2007 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Equinox and 2007 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla (190 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 212 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla. 2007 Chevrolet Equinox has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Corolla 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 | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Equinox | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |