2010 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 65 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Honda Accord (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Equinox | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Equinox | Accord |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 65 L |
