2007 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 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 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 1232 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Equinox | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Equinox | 500 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1128 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |