2020 Dacia Sandero vs 2022 Chevrolet Equinox
Which is bigger, the 2020 Dacia Sandero or 2022 Chevrolet Equinox?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
At 56.3 cm longer, the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox sits well ahead in terms of overall length. The 2020 Dacia Sandero is the leaner of the two, sitting 6 cm narrower than the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox for easier navigation through city traffic. Standing over 16.2 cm higher, the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox offers a more elevated seating position and a more commanding view of the road compared to the lower 2020 Dacia Sandero. The 2022 Chevrolet Equinox has a 3.1 cm higher clearance than the 2020 Dacia Sandero, which helps clear speed bumps more easily. The 2022 Chevrolet Equinox offers a slightly longer wheelbase, which typically translates to a smoother ride over bumps.
Measurements
Length
408.8 cm
465.1 cm (+56.3)
Height
149.9 cm
166.1 cm (+16.2)
Width (excluding mirrors)
178.4 cm
184.4 cm (+6)
Width (including mirrors)
200.7 cm
N/A (+3.1)
Ground clearance
16.2 cm
19.3 cm (+12.1)
Wheelbase
260.4 cm
272.5 cm (+1.3)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
408.8 cm
6.4 cm shorter than the average Hatchback
465.1 cm
12.5 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
149.9 cm
2 cm taller than the average Hatchback
166.1 cm
3.3 cm taller than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
178.4 cm
1.9 cm wider than the average Hatchback
184.4 cm
0.5 cm narrower than the average Crossover
Width (including mirrors)
200.7 cm
1.2 cm wider than the average Hatchback
N/A
Ground clearance
16.2 cm
2.3 cm more ground clearance than the average Hatchback
19.3 cm
1.2 cm more ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
260.4 cm
1.3 cm longer wheelbase than the average Hatchback
272.5 cm
0.1 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
Because 2022 Chevrolet Equinox (SAE) and 2020 Dacia Sandero (VDA) use different measurement logic for their seats up cargo space, the numbers are difficult to compare. For context, the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox offers 846L, which is way above average for crossovers. Because these two models use different measurement standards (VDA vs SAE) for total cargo volume, they can't be directly compared. But for context, the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox maximum capacity is way above average for its class.
Measurements
Standard cargo capacity (VDA)
The standard cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.
328 L
N/A
Largest cargo capacity (VDA)
The largest cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
If only one VDA figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.
1,108 L
N/A
Standard cargo capacity (SAE)
The standard cargo capacity using SAE, the method commonly used in the US.
This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.
N/A
846 L
Largest cargo capacity (SAE)
The largest cargo capacity using SAE, the method commonly used in the US.
If only one SAE figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.
N/A
1,809 L
Cargo space vs length
This DriveSize metric divides blended cargo volume by overall vehicle length.
Blended cargo uses 65% of the standard figure and 35% of the largest figure, using VDA where available and SAE otherwise.
147 L per m
254.4 L per m (+107.3)
Cargo space vs footprint
This DriveSize metric divides blended cargo volume by footprint.
Blended cargo uses 65% of the standard figure and 35% of the largest figure, using VDA where available and SAE otherwise.
It helps show how efficiently a car turns exterior area into usable cargo space.
82.4 L per m²
137.9 L per m² (+55.5)
How each car compares with its class average
Standard cargo capacity (VDA)
The standard cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.
328 L
15 L less cargo volume than the average Hatchback
N/A
Largest cargo capacity (VDA)
The largest cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
If only one VDA figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.
1,108 L
10 L less cargo volume than the average Hatchback
N/A
Standard cargo capacity (SAE)
The standard cargo capacity using SAE, the method commonly used in the US.
This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.
N/A
846 L
107 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
Largest cargo capacity (SAE)
The largest cargo capacity using SAE, the method commonly used in the US.
If only one SAE figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.
N/A
1,809 L
62 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
DriveSize space efficiency score
DriveSize space efficiency compares blended cargo volume per square meter of footprint with the class average.
Blended cargo uses 65% of the standard figure and 35% of the largest figure within the selected cargo measurement method.
VDA scores compare with VDA class averages, and SAE scores compare with SAE class averages. Around 100% means in line with class average.
99%
VDA: below class average (-1%)
106%
SAE: above class average (+6%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
There is no difference in door count here, as both vehicles utilise a 5-door layout. You get the same number of seats in both models, as the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox and the 2020 Dacia Sandero are each configured for 5 passengers. In urban environments, the 2020 Dacia Sandero's 0.87 m shorter turning circle provides a helpful difference in everyday convenience. There's a monumental difference in mass; the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox is a staggering 470 kg heavier than the 2020 Dacia Sandero.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
10.5 m
11.4 m (+0.9)
Curb weight
1,015 kg
1,485 kg (+470)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
10.5 m
0.1 m larger turning circle than the average Hatchback
11.4 m
0.2 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,015 kg
238 kg lighter than the average Hatchback
1,485 kg
147 kg lighter than the average Crossover
DriveSize manoeuvrability score
DriveSize manoeuvrability score combines turning circle and footprint, with turning circle weighted more heavily.
Around 100% means in line with the class average; higher scores indicate better manoeuvrability relative to similar cars.
99%
1% less manoeuvrable than the average Hatchback
98%
2% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2020 Dacia Sandero or 2022 Chevrolet Equinox fit in a standard parking space?
2020 Dacia Sandero parking fit score
DriveSize compares the car's width and length with typical parking-space sizes by region.
Vehicle dimensions are rounded up and available side or length clearance is rounded down.
Side clearance is based on body width excluding mirrors where available; real spaces can vary because of mirrors, walls, pillars, kerbs, bay markings, and nearby cars.
For an average USA / Canada space: body side clearance is 48 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 70.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
48 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
70.5 cm
2022 Chevrolet Equinox parking fit score
DriveSize compares the car's width and length with typical parking-space sizes by region.
Vehicle dimensions are rounded up and available side or length clearance is rounded down.
Side clearance is based on body width excluding mirrors where available; real spaces can vary because of mirrors, walls, pillars, kerbs, bay markings, and nearby cars.
For an average USA / Canada space: body side clearance is 45 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 42 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
45 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
42 cm
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