2007 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Equinox and 2007 Volkswagen Polo 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 81 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 1223 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Equinox | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Equinox | Polo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |