2011 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2012 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2012 Toyota Yaris 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. 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 175 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 1132 kg more than 2012 Toyota Yaris. 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 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Traverse | 2012 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Traverse | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2173 kg | 1041 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 42 L |
