2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest 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, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Quest. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 523 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Quest.
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2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Traverse | Quest |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 2072 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1854 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |