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Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Chevrolet Equinox | Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 264 hp@6500 250 lb-ft@2300 |
3.2L V6 DOHC-4v 230 hp@6200 213 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.5 in | 103.9 in | 8.6 in |
Length | 188.8 in | 177.1 in | 11.7 in |
Width | 71.4 in | 71.3 in | 0.1 in |
Height | 69.3 in | 66.7 in | 2.6 in |
Curb Weight | 4044 lb. | 3876 lb. | 168 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.0 gal. | 17.4 gal. | -0.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 40.0 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.7 in | 56.3 in | -0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.1 in | 55.5 in | -4.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 41.3 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.1 in | 38.2 in | 1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 54.9 in | 1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.4 in | 44.0 in | 7.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.2 in | 37.2 in | 3 in |
Total Legroom | 81.4 in (over 2 rows) | 78.5 in (over 2 rows) | 2.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.7 ft3 | 24.4 ft3 | 11.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 67.1 ft3 | 68.9 ft3 | -1.8 ft3 |
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 Suzuki Grand Vitara Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
The seat is snug and offers lumbar support. see full Suzuki Grand Vitara review |