2011 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2011 Toyota Hilux
To start off, both 2011 Chevrolet Traverse and 2011 Toyota Hilux 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 147 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Hilux. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 489 kg more than 2011 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota Hilux 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 2011 Toyota Hilux. 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 (360 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Hilux. 2011 Chevrolet Traverse has automatic transmission and 2011 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2011 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Traverse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Chevrolet Traverse | 2011 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Traverse | Hilux |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2173 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5207 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1991 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |