Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Chevrolet Equinox | Kia Borrego | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 264 hp@6500 250 lb-ft@2300 |
3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6000 267 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,858 mm | 2,896 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,796 mm | 4,879 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,814 mm | 1,915 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,760 mm | 1,811 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,834 kg | 2,023 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 64 L | 78 L | -14 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,039 mm | 1,016 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,415 mm | 1,529 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,298 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,046 mm | 1,059 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,019 mm | 991 mm | -990 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,420 mm | 1,501 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,306 mm | 1,425 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,021 mm | 950 mm | -949 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 965 mm | -965 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,415 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,140 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 836 mm | -836 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,068 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,845 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 1,011 L | 351 L | -350 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 35.7 | 1,396 L | 34.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,900 L | 2,764 L | -1 L |
2008 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 264-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The rear seat can slide forward and back 8" providing generous leg room for rear passengers. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The bucket seats are at a perfect height for easy entry and exit. Also there is a liftable arm rest between the seats for storing purse, etc. which eliminates the need for reaching to the back when the passenger seat is occupied. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Ample leg and hip room. I am only 5foot 4 inches but have a wide posterior. Seat is comfortable for me. My son is 6 foot 3 inches and medium build. He has ample leg and body room. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The rear bench seat can slide forward or back. When slid back, there is ample leg room for even the tallest of passengers. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2009 Kia Borrego Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Plenty of room for all of the kids and their booster seats. see full Kia Borrego review |