2007 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. 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 10 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Altima. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Altima. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Altima. 2007 Chevrolet Equinox has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Altima has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Altima 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Equinox | Altima |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |
