2012 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2012 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2012 Chevrolet Traverse and 2012 Opel Astra 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 (281 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2012 Opel Astra. (197 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 727 kg more than 2012 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (360 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Astra. (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Astra. 2012 Chevrolet Traverse has automatic transmission and 2012 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2012 Opel Astra 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 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Traverse | Astra |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2113 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5207 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1991 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 52 L |
