2009 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2010 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2010 Nissan NP300 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2010 Nissan NP300. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 181 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan NP300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan NP300. (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan NP300. 2009 Chevrolet Equinox has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan NP300 has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan NP300 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 NP300 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Equinox | NP300 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |