2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (515 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 273 kg more than 2005 Ferrari 612.
Because 2005 Ferrari 612 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ferrari 612. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Ferrari 612 (568 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ferrari 612 | 2012 Chevrolet Traverse | |
Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
Model | 612 | Traverse |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5748 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 515 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 568 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2113 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5207 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1991 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 83 L |