2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (153 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 720 kg more than 2004 Nissan Frontier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (209 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Equinox | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
