2011 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2011 Hyundai Grandeur
To start off, both 2011 Chevrolet Traverse and 2011 Hyundai Grandeur 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 (281 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Grandeur. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Grandeur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 336 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Grandeur. 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 Traverse (360 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Grandeur. (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Grandeur.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Chevrolet Traverse | 2011 Hyundai Grandeur | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Traverse | Grandeur |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2173 kg | 1837 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5207 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1991 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |