Model Year | 2012 | 2006 | |
Model | Chevrolet Equinox | Volkswagen Touareg | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 264 hp@6950 222 lb-ft@5100 |
4.2L V8 DOHC-5v 310 hp@6200 302 lb-ft@3000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.5 in | 112.4 in | 0.1 in |
Length | 187.8 in | 187.2 in | 0.6 in |
Width | 72.5 in | 75.9 in | -3.4 in |
Height | 66.3 in | 68.0 in | -1.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4101 lb. | 5300 lb. | -1199 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.8 gal. | 26.4 gal. | -7.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 38.7 in | 2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.8 in | 57.7 in | -1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.6 in | 0.0 in | 54.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 41.3 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 38.3 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 57.4 in | -2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.1 in | 0.0 in | 51.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.9 in | 35.6 in | 4.3 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 4.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 31.5 ft3 | 31.0 ft3 | 0.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 63.7 ft3 | 71.0 ft3 | -7.3 ft3 |
2012 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Just might be enough for a 7 footer. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
It gets more comfortable the more I drive and I do take long drives at times see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I have two children and they can ride back there comfortablely see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seat slides 8" forward and back. In the back position, excellent leg room for adults. When slid forward, good rear cargo room. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Great - lots of leg room and very adjustable see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2012 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Front seats are not very supportive, and you sink down into them see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2006 Volkswagen Touareg Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 310-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
The front seats in a Touareg are on par with the best seats from Mercedes and BMW. My back hates driving long distances, but you can drive this car till your eyes are crossed. Your butt and back never tire from these seats. see full Volkswagen Touareg review |