2009 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2009 Ford Explorer
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Equinox and 2009 Ford Explorer were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Ford Explorer. (207 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 289 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Explorer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford Explorer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Explorer. (254 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Explorer.
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2009 Chevrolet Equinox | 2009 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Equinox | Explorer |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 254 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3320 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 85 L |