2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2012 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2012 Toyota Camry 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 110 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Camry. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Camry weights approximately 186 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Camry. 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Camry. (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 2012 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Traverse | Camry |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1447 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |