2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2009 Ford Explorer
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Traverse and 2009 Ford Explorer were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (281 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Ford Explorer. (211 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 295 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Explorer 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 Ford Explorer 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 2009 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Traverse | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 85 L |
