2009 BMW 550 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse. (277 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 586 kg more than 2009 BMW 550.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 550. 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, 2009 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse. (361 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 2013 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 550 | Traverse |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3600 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 2248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5173 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
