2007 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Traverse. (281 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Traverse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 628 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Traverse. (360 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche 911 | 2010 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
| Model | 911 | Traverse |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 2173 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5207 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 83 L |
