1993 Cadillac Allante vs. 2011 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac Allante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac Allante would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Allante (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Traverse. (281 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Traverse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 465 kg more than 1993 Cadillac Allante.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Cadillac Allante (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Traverse. (360 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Allante | 2011 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Allante | Traverse |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1708 kg | 2173 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5207 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3020 mm |
