2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2011 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Traverse. (281 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Traverse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 700 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Traverse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Traverse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Traverse. (360 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2011 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Silverado | Traverse |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2873 kg | 2173 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 5207 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 83 L |
