2009 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 77 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 459 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox.
Because 2005 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, 2005 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, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (340 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tundra. (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Equinox | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Equinox | Tundra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3270 mm |