2007 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Equinox and 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 100 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 1336 kg more than 2007 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 (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 2007 Chevrolet Equinox has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 Yaris | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Equinox | Yaris |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6 L/100km |