2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2012 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2012 Nissan Navara 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 116 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Navara weights approximately 771 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. 2009 Chevrolet Traverse has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan Navara has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan Navara 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 2012 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Traverse | Navara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
