2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (391 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Traverse. (281 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Traverse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 213 kg more than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Traverse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Traverse. (360 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2011 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ram | Traverse |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 552 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2173 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 5207 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 83 L |
