2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 264 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 610 kg more than 2013 Toyota Avalon.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Avalon. 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 (339 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Equinox | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
