2009 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 3 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 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 1067 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2012 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. (210 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Equinox | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Equinox | Tundra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3349 cc | 3998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |