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Old 10-10-2019, 09:31 PM   #75 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by cRiPpLe_rOoStEr View Post
How does it compare to the competition when it comes to weight and aerodynamics? Its competitor I see more frequently is the Chevy Equinox. On a sidenote, it does surprise me the fact that versions of the Equinox with the 1.5L engine still resort to a 6-speed transmission, while the smaller engine would eventually benefit even more from a 9-speed one with a wider gear-spread than the 2.0L does.
No idea on aero.

Weight:
3299 - Escape
3307 - CR-V
3325 - Equinox
3370 - RAV4

I suspect the Chevy uses a 6 speed in the 1.5L Equinox to keep the cost down for the entry level model.
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