2009 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 880 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. (210 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Equinox | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Equinox | Silverado |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3349 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 98 L |