2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2008 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Equinox and 2008 Jeep Wrangler were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 309 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox.
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 Jeep Wrangler (297 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox has automatic transmission and 2008 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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 | 2008 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Equinox | Wrangler |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 3960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 285 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |