2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2009 Kia Optima
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Traverse and 2009 Kia Optima 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 94 more horse power than 2009 Kia Optima. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 Kia Optima. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Optima. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 2009 Kia Optima | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Traverse | Optima |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1519 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 62 L |