2012 Aston Martin Rapide vs. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Aston Martin Rapide. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Aston Martin Rapide would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse. (277 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 148 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin Rapide.
Because 2012 Aston Martin Rapide 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 Aston Martin Rapide. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse. (361 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Aston Martin Rapide | 2013 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Rapide | Traverse |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5900 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 470 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2138 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5019 mm | 5173 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 83 L |
