2008 Toyota Aygo vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Aygo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Aygo would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 840 kg more than 2008 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Aygo. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Aygo has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Aygo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Aygo | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Aygo | Equinox |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3405 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1615 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 71 L |
