2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 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 41 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S60. (247 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 352 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S60. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Traverse | S60 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
