2007 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 5 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 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 617 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Equinox | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |
