2012 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Chevrolet Traverse 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 (281 HP) has 84 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 618 kg more than 2013 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 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 (360 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Traverse | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Traverse | A3 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2113 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5207 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1991 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
