2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Traverse. (281 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Traverse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 187 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Traverse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Traverse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Traverse. (360 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Silverado | Traverse |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2173 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5207 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 83 L |
