2012 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 550 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Equinox | 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Equinox | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1737 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 56 L |
