2009 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Tundra (242 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 191 kg more than 2000 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2000 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. (210 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Equinox | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Equinox | Tundra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3349 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3270 mm |