2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (281 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Quest. (240 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1055 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (361 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Traverse | Quest |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |
