2011 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express

To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 503 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Chevrolet Express 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 2010 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Chevrolet Equinox 2010 Chevrolet Express
Make Chevrolet Chevrolet
Model Equinox Express
Year Released 2011 2010
Body Type SUV Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2400 cc 4300 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 182 HP 195 HP
Engine RPM 6700 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 233 Nm 352 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1717 kg 2220 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 5692 mm
Vehicle Width 1842 mm 2017 mm
Vehicle Height 1684 mm 2073 mm
Wheelbase Size 2858 mm 3429 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.4 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 10.7 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 71 L 117 L


 

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