2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Traverse and 2009 Audi A6 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 39 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 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 (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 2009 Audi A6 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Traverse | A6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 3123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 13.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |