2009 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 251 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 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, 2010 Nissan Altima (349 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. 2009 Chevrolet Equinox has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan Altima has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan Altima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Equinox | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Equinox | Altima |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |