2007 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Equinox and 2007 Volkswagen Multivan 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 Volkswagen Multivan (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 61 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan.
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 Volkswagen Multivan (315 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Equinox | 2007 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Equinox | Multivan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 3187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2299 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |