2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 1234 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Expedition. 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (339 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Equinox | Expedition |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 106 L |