2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2005 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 236 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mustang. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (366 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (326 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 2005 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Traverse | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 61 L |
