2011 Nissan Altima vs. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse (277 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 806 kg more than 2011 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse 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 Chevrolet Traverse (361 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Altima | 2013 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Altima | Traverse |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | CVT | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 2248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4844 mm | 5173 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 83 L |
