2011 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2010 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Hyundai Veracruz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Hyundai Veracruz would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Veracruz weights approximately 221 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.
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, 2010 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Chevrolet Equinox | 2010 Hyundai Veracruz | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Equinox | Veracruz |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 348 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1714 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1946 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1806 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2804 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 78 L |