2010 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2013 Ford EDGE
To start off, 2013 Ford EDGE is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford EDGE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford EDGE (281 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford EDGE should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford EDGE weights approximately 130 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. 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, 2013 Ford EDGE (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 Ford EDGE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Equinox | 2013 Ford EDGE | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Equinox | EDGE |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 2223 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 68 L |
