2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2009 Fiat 500
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Traverse and 2009 Fiat 500 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 187 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 544 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 2009 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Traverse | 500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 35 L |