Model Year | 2007 | 2012 | |
Model | Chevrolet Equinox | Volkswagen Routan | |
Engine | 3.4L V6 OHV-2v 185 hp@5200 210 lb-ft@3800 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 283 hp@6350 260 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.5 in | 121.2 in | -8.7 in |
Length | 188.8 in | 202.5 in | -13.7 in |
Width | 71.4 in | 76.9 in | -5.5 in |
Height | 69.3 in | 68.9 in | 0.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3668 lb. | 4494 lb. | -826 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.0 gal. | 20.5 gal. | -3.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 37.2 in | 3.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.7 in | 63.0 in | -7.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.1 in | 0.0 in | 51.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 40.6 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.1 in | 39.2 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 64.7 in | -8.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.4 in | 0.0 in | 51.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.2 in | 36.3 in | 3.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.9 in | -37.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 62.0 in | -62 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 31.8 in | -31.8 in |
Total Legroom | 81.4 in (over 2 rows) | 108.7 in (over 3 rows) | -27.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.7 ft3 | 32.3 ft3 | 3.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 35.7 | 83.0 ft3 | -47.3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 67.1 ft3 | 140.6 ft3 | -73.5 ft3 |
2007 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 |
2006 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Rear seat slides forward and back to acoomodate either people or more cargo see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2007 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Seat is okay on the interstate, but on a twisty road - forget it! Good thing it has a drivers door and a console, otherwise you would fall out or wind up in the passenger seat. Speaking of the console, what a joke!!! Idiot that designed that should be see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
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