2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2006 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Sienna 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 66 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Sienna. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Sienna.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Sienna. 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 (361 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Sienna. (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Sienna.
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2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 2006 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Traverse | Sienna |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 3308 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |