2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2000 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2000 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford F-150 weights approximately 814 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Traverse (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 2000 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Traverse | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3050 mm |
