2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2012 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-V is newer by 4 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 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Honda CR-V. (184 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 250 kg more than 2012 Honda CR-V. 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 2012 Honda CR-V. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda CR-V. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 2012 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Equinox | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 58 L |
