2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2006 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Land Rover LR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Land Rover LR3 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1200 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 2006 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 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 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 2006 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Traverse | LR3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 4392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 86 L |