2011 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2011 Chevrolet Volt
To start off, both 2011 Chevrolet Traverse and 2011 Chevrolet Volt were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Traverse (288 HP) has 139 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Volt. (149 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Volt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 458 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Volt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volt (370 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Traverse. (366 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Volt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Chevrolet Traverse | 2011 Chevrolet Volt | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Traverse | Volt |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 149 HP |
Torque | 366 Nm | 370 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2173 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5207 mm | 4498 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1991 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 2.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 2.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 35 L |