2009 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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 104 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 94 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox.
Because 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Equinox | 2007 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Equinox | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 79 L |
