2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 5 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti G (338 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti G weights approximately 165 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 2013 Infiniti G. 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, 2013 Infiniti G (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox.
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2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 2013 Infiniti G | |
Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
Model | Equinox | G |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 338 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4657 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |