2012 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2012 Chrysler 300
To start off, both 2012 Chevrolet Traverse and 2012 Chrysler 300 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler 300 (363 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 151 kg more than 2012 Chrysler 300.
Because 2012 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Chevrolet Traverse | 2012 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Traverse | 300 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 363 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 534 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2113 kg | 1962 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5207 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1991 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |