2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 243 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Equinox | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1323 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 95 L |
