2009 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2009 Volkswagen Kombi
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Equinox and 2009 Volkswagen Kombi were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Kombi weights approximately 1046 kg more 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 Volkswagen Kombi (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Kombi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Equinox | 2009 Volkswagen Kombi | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Equinox | Kombi |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 2460 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |