2011 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (298 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Traverse. (281 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Traverse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 358 kg more than 2013 Infiniti M.
Because 2013 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M 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, 2011 Chevrolet Traverse (360 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti M. (350 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Traverse | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Traverse | M |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2173 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5207 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1991 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1515 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
