2012 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 523 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Traverse | 2009 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Traverse | A4 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2113 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5207 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1991 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 66 L |
