2009 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2001 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Solara. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Solara weights approximately 119 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Solara. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Solara. 2009 Chevrolet Equinox has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Solara has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Solara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Equinox | 2001 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Equinox | Solara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |