2009 Jaguar XF 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 Jaguar XF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jaguar XF would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Traverse. (281 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Traverse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 331 kg more than 2009 Jaguar XF.
Because 2009 Jaguar XF is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Jaguar XF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Traverse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Jaguar XF (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Traverse. (360 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XF | 2011 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Jaguar | Chevrolet |
| Model | XF | Traverse |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 2173 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5207 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
