2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2003 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 30 kg more than 2003 Toyota Tundra.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2003 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (286 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 2003 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Equinox | Tundra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3270 mm |