2011 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Traverse (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler 300. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 483 kg more than 2010 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chrysler 300 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 2010 Chrysler 300. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Traverse (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler 300. (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Traverse | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Traverse | 300 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2173 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5207 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1991 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |
