2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250.
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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2006 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Equinox | F-250 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 4198 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 114 L |