Equinox RS vs CX-5
Chevrolet · Mazda
1/4 Mile winner
Equinox RS
Beats the CX-5 by 0.00s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the Equinox RS beats the CX-5 by a hair, finishing 0.00 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Equinox RS thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
170 hp
187 hp
0–100 km/h
8.8s
8.8s
Top speed
200 km/h
200 km/h
Engine
1.5L Turbo Inline-4 Gasoline
2.5L SkyActiv-G
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
275 Nm
252 Nm
Price
$31,900
$29,000
Simulated race times
Distance
Equinox RS
CX-5
100 m
7.418s
7.418s
1/8 mile
10.958s
10.958s
1/4 mile
16.459s
16.459s
1 km
29.447s
29.447s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: CX-5 is $29,000 vs $31,900 for the Equinox RS — a $2,900 gap. Power: CX-5 makes 17 hp more (170 vs 187).
FAQ
Which is faster, the Equinox RS or the CX-5?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Equinox RS is faster, beating the CX-5 by 0.00 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Equinox RS vs the CX-5?
The Equinox RS hits 100 km/h in 8.8 seconds, while the CX-5 does it in 8.8 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Equinox RS produces 170 hp; the CX-5 produces 187 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Equinox RS tops out at 200 km/h, and the CX-5 reaches 200 km/h.
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