2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 2 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (186 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1149 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford F-150. 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (494 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Equinox | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5885 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1887 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 98 L |
