2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2000 Mazda 626
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda 626 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 188 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda 626 weights approximately 125 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, 2000 Mazda 626 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. 2009 Chevrolet Traverse has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda 626 has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda 626 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 2000 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Traverse | 626 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 58 L |
