2009 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2010 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2010 Renault Trafic 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 164 more horse power than 2010 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Trafic.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Renault Trafic. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Trafic. (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Trafic. 2009 Chevrolet Equinox has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Trafic has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Trafic 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 Renault Trafic | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Equinox | Trafic |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 90 L |