2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Five Hundred. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Five Hundred would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse (277 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. (200 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 558 kg more than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse (361 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Five Hundred.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Five Hundred | 2013 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Five Hundred | Traverse |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2138 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5173 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 83 L |
