2011 BMW X5 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW X5 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. (281 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 137 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 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, 2011 BMW X5 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. (360 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW X5 | 2012 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | X5 | Traverse |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 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 | 4857 mm | 5207 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1933 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1776 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2934 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 83 L |
