2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 328 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Traverse | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1589 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2113 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 56 L |
