2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor vs. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor would be higher. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse (277 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 463 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse 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, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse (361 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (346 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor | 2013 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Endeavor | Traverse |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5173 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 83 L |
