2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2007 Lexus GX
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus GX would be higher. At 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Lexus GX. (263 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus GX weights approximately 481 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Lexus GX (438 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 2007 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Traverse | GX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4670 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 87 L |
