2007 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger is newer by 4 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 42 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ranger.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Ranger. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ranger. 2007 Chevrolet Equinox has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Ranger 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 | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Equinox | Ranger |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3193 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 74 L |