2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2013 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2013 Nissan Sentra 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 160 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 259 kg more than 2013 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Nissan Sentra. (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 2013 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Traverse | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1496 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |
