Suzuki Grand Vitara Suzuki Grand Vitara 2009 Chevrolet Equinox Chevrolet Equinox 2012

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Suzuki Grand Vitara (2009) vs. Chevrolet Equinox (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara and 2012 Chevrolet Equinox specs.

2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara and 2012 Chevrolet Equinox Specifications

Model Year 2009 2012  
Model Suzuki Grand Vitara Chevrolet Equinox  
Engine 3.2L V6
DOHC-4v
230 hp@6200
213 lb-ft@3500
3.0L V6
DOHC-4v
264 hp@6950
222 lb-ft@5100
 
Transmission 5-speed automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain RWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 103.9 in 112.5 in -8.6 in
Length 177.1 in 187.8 in -10.7 in
Width 71.3 in 72.5 in -1.2 in
Height 66.7 in 66.3 in 0.4 in
Curb Weight 3704 lb. 4101 lb. -397 lb.
Fuel Capacity 17.4 gal. 18.8 gal. -1.4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.0 in 40.9 in -0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.3 in 55.8 in 0.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.5 in 54.6 in 0.9 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.3 in 41.2 in 0.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.2 in 39.2 in -1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 54.9 in 55.3 in -0.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2 44.0 in 51.1 in -7.1 in
Legroom, Row 2 37.2 in 39.9 in -2.7 in
Total Legroom 78.5 in (over 2 rows) 81.1 in (over 2 rows) -2.6 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 24.4 ft3 31.5 ft3 -7.1 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 68.9 ft3 63.7 ft3 5.2 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara

2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Chevrolet Equinox

2012 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 
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