2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Traverse and 2009 Nissan Frontier were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 68 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Frontier. 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 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Traverse | Frontier |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |