2009 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier 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 5 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 525 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (274 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Equinox | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Equinox | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 73 L |
