2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2011 Lincoln MKT
To start off, 2011 Lincoln MKT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Traverse would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln MKT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 Lincoln MKT. (268 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2011 Lincoln MKT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln MKT weights approximately 554 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lincoln MKT. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lincoln MKT. (362 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lincoln MKT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 2011 Lincoln MKT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Traverse | MKT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 2103 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
