2009 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2007 Ford Territory
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Territory. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Territory would be higher. At 3,984 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 466 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Equinox | 2007 Ford Territory | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Equinox | Territory |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 3984 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |
