2011 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Fiat 500 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 81 more horse power than 2010 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 712 kg more than 2010 Fiat 500. 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Chevrolet Equinox | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Equinox | 500 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1717 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 35 L |