2011 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2013 BMW X6
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 is newer by 2 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 4,395 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X6 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Traverse. (281 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Traverse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 3 kg more than 2013 BMW X6.
Because 2013 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Traverse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW X6 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Traverse. (360 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Traverse | 2013 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Traverse | X6 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2173 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5207 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1991 mm | 2195 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 85 L |
