2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
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 RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota RAV4 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 18 more horse power than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (270 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 94 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, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Traverse | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
