2009 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2013 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2013 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 4 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota 4Runner (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 43 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.
Because 2013 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2013 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2013 Toyota 4Runner (377 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. (210 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Equinox | 2013 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Equinox | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3349 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 2184 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 87 L |