The 2010 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
Winnipeg is a city full of cars and dealerships. Finding the right vehicle for your particular needs can be quite confusing. But having an idea of what you want gives you an advantage. If you’ve been considering the Hyundai Santa Fe, you should take a closer look at the Chevrolet Equinox. Both vehicles are similar in style, but they have some very clear differences. These differences can change your mind.
The Chevrolet Equinox comes standard with some great features. It has a six-speed automatic transmission that is perfect for handling the highways in Winnipeg and the surrounding areas. The horsepower the Equinox offers is 182 and it still gets 9.2L / 100km in the city and 6.1L / 100km on the highway. That kind of power combined with excellent fuel economy is just one reason the Equinox is a good choice for a vehicle. It also comes with a standard 12-month plan from OnStar and has a 60-month or 160,000 km powertrain warranty.
By comparison, the Hyundai Santa Fe has a six-speed manual transmission (automatic is available) and is rated at 175 horsepower. Its fuel economy does not compare to that of the Equinox. The Santa Fe receives 10.7 L / 100 km in the city and 7.5 L / 100 km on the highway. Times are tough everywhere, including Winnipeg, so a small difference can mean a significant amount of money. The Santa Fe has the same standard ABS brakes and airbags as the Equinox, but does not offer OnStar. Your powertrain warranty is only valid up to 100,000 km. That is 60,000 km less than the Equinox.
The Chevrolet Equinox also has some of the “extras” that appeal to most people. Things like the driver information center and a trip computer are nice to have and they come standard on the Equinox. This is a personal choice when choosing between the Chevrolet Equinox and the Hyundai Santa Fe. Since the vehicles are similar in style and price, why not choose the Equinox and get some of the extra features? Viking Motors offers many Winnipeg customers great Chevy deals and you are likely to get the best deal!