2013 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2013 Chevrolet Express
To start off, both 2013 Chevrolet Equinox and 2013 Chevrolet Express were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 648 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 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 2013 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | 2013 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Equinox | Express |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1713 kg | 2361 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4771 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2857 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 117 L |
