2011 Ford F-250 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford F-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford F-250 | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | F-250 | Equinox |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 548 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 6269 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1966 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3967 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 71 L |
