2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2006 Ford GT
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (550 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford GT weights approximately 323 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford GT. 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, 2006 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 2006 Ford GT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Traverse | GT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 66 L |
