2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 1999 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Supra. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Supra weights approximately 354 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Supra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1999 Toyota Supra (1,050 Nm) has 684 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. (366 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 1999 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Traverse | Supra |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3065 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 1050 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |