2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2002 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Pod. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Pod would be higher. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Pod (194 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 810 kg more than 2002 Toyota Pod.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Pod. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2002 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (286 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 2002 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Equinox | Pod |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 48 L |
