2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 290 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (383 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. (366 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Traverse | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1839 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 87 L |
