2011 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 408 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Equinox | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Equinox | Passat |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1717 kg | 1309 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 62 L |
