2009 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 265 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Equinox | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Equinox | Express |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3349 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 353 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 2406 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 117 L |