2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Traverse and 2009 Mazda 3 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 180 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 1 kg more than 2009 Mazda 3. 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 Mazda 3. 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3. 2009 Chevrolet Traverse has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda 3 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.
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2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Traverse | 3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |