2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 4 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, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 684 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Audi A7 (549 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. (366 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Traverse | A7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2914 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
