2011 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Chevrolet Traverse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Chevrolet Traverse would be higher. Both 2011 Chevrolet Traverse and 2012 Dodge Charger are equipped with a 3,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Traverse. (281 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Traverse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 360 kg more than 2012 Dodge Charger.
Because 2012 Dodge Charger 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 2012 Dodge Charger. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Charger. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Traverse | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Traverse | Charger |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2173 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5207 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1991 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |
