Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Chevrolet Equinox | Toyota Venza | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 264 hp@6500 250 lb-ft@2300 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 246 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.5 in | 109.3 in | 3.2 in |
Length | 188.8 in | 189.0 in | -0.2 in |
Width | 71.4 in | 75.0 in | -3.6 in |
Height | 69.3 in | 63.4 in | 5.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4044 lb. | 4045 lb. | -1 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.0 gal. | 17.7 gal. | -0.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 39.6 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.7 in | 60.0 in | -4.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.1 in | 56.0 in | -4.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 40.2 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.1 in | 39.3 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 59.0 in | -3.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.4 in | 56.5 in | -5.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.2 in | 39.1 in | 1.1 in |
Total Legroom | 81.4 in (over 2 rows) | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | 2.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.7 ft3 | 34.4 ft3 | 1.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 67.1 ft3 | 70.1 ft3 | -3 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 Toyota Venza Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Room for a family with 2 kids. see full Toyota Venza review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Ergonomics. see full Toyota Venza review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
can be reclined 14° see full Toyota Venza review |