2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2006 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 83 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 395 kg more than 2006 Toyota Avalon.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Avalon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (286 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 2006 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Equinox | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
