2012 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2012 Fiat Sedici
To start off, both 2012 Chevrolet Traverse and 2012 Fiat Sedici were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 169 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Sedici. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 713 kg more than 2012 Fiat Sedici. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Fiat Sedici 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, 2012 Fiat Sedici 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, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Sedici. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Sedici. 2012 Chevrolet Traverse has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Sedici has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Sedici will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Traverse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Traverse | 2012 Fiat Sedici | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Traverse | Sedici |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2113 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5207 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1991 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |
