2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2012 BMW 525
To start off, 2012 BMW 525 is newer by 3 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2012 BMW 525. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 525.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 525. 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, 2012 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 2012 BMW 525 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Traverse | 525 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |