2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (171 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2009 Chevrolet Traverse has automatic transmission and 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Traverse | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 66 L |
