2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Traverse and 2009 Honda Accord 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 17 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (271 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 132 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 2009 Chevrolet Traverse has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Traverse | Accord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
