2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2004 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Highlander. (230 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 415 kg more than 2004 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (339 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Highlander. (329 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 2004 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Equinox | Highlander |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 329 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 73 L |