2009 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2012 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse (281 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. (276 HP @ 2650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 137 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, both vehicles can yield 360 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | 2012 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Touareg | Traverse |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2650 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 2113 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5207 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 83 L |
