2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2008 Toyota Venza
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 Venza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Venza 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 19 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Venza. (269 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Venza.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Venza. (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 Venza.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 2008 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Traverse | Venza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 67 L |