2007 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Infiniti QX56. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Infiniti QX56 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse. (277 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse.
Because 2007 Infiniti QX56 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 2007 Infiniti QX56. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2007 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse. (361 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Infiniti QX56 | 2013 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Infiniti | Chevrolet |
| Model | QX56 | Traverse |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 533 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5173 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 83 L |
