2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2008 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Aygo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Aygo 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) has 228 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 255 kg more than 2008 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Aygo. 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Aygo. 2009 Chevrolet Traverse has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Aygo has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Aygo 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.
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2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 2008 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Traverse | Aygo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 361 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 35 L |