2006 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Camry 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 123 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (154 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry.
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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Camry | 2013 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Camry | Traverse |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 3600 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5173 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
