2021 Chevrolet Equinox vs 2021 Honda CR-V: Chevrolet Secrets

Reflexively, when people think of comparing the Honda CR-V with another vehicle in the compact SUV category, they tend to look to Toyota with the RAV4 or even Nissan with the Rogue. Yet another vehicle lends itself very well to comparison, especially since it doesn't have too much difficulty in asserting itself when you take the time to analyze it.

The latter, you guessed it, is the Chevrolet Equinox. Here are its secrets.

The driving

At the wheel of the Honda CR-V, we discover a vehicle that is comfortable, stable and reassuring to drive. With Equinox, we find the same qualities to which we can add solid handling, an impressive level of soundproofing and unsuspected power, especially when choosing a version equipped with the 2.0-liter turbo engine.

The power

Let's talk about this 2-liter. In fact, Chevrolet is offering something here that Honda's catalog lacks - a performance-driven engine. The block in question serves 252 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque on a silver platter. Importantly, it allows towing 3,500 pounds, which is impossible with the CR-V which has a capacity of 1,500 pounds.

Otherwise, both the CR-V and Equinox offer a 1.5-liter turbo 4-cylinder engine as the base engine. The capacity is also 1500 pounds for towing with the Chevrolet representative.

Design

Whether you focus on the exterior or interior styling of the two vehicles, it is not difficult to find a winner. While the lines of the CR-V seem frozen in time, those of the Equinox exude modernity, plus they exude much more character.

And more life, too, which comes in the form of more vibrant colors, both outside and inside where a beautiful two-tone combination is available with the Equinox.

And these are just a few of the secrets of the 2021 Chevrolet Equinox. To discover the others, a detour at a dealership, accompanied by a test drive, will let you discover them.