2009 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2009 Hyundai Entourage

To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Equinox and 2009 Hyundai Entourage were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Entourage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Entourage (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Entourage should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Entourage. (253 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Entourage.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Equinox 2009 Hyundai Entourage
Make Chevrolet Hyundai
Model Equinox Entourage
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3425 cc 3800 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 185 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 253 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1990 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.8 L/100km 10.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 14.9 L/100km


 

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