2009 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Verada. (208 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 249 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 (340 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Verada. (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Equinox | 2004 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Equinox | Verada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
