2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2009 Saturn Astra
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Traverse and 2009 Saturn Astra were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (281 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Astra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Astra weights approximately 590 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 Saturn Astra. 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 (361 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Astra. 2009 Chevrolet Traverse has automatic transmission and 2009 Saturn Astra has manual transmission. 2009 Saturn Astra 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 Saturn Astra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
Model | Traverse | Astra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |