2005 Ford GT 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 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (551 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. (281 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 529 kg more than 2005 Ford GT.
Because 2005 Ford GT 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 Ford GT. 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 Ford GT (678 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. (360 Nm). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford GT | 2012 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | GT | Traverse |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 551 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 2113 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5207 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 83 L |
