2012 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF 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, 2013 Jaguar XF (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. (281 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 111 kg more than 2013 Jaguar XF.
Because 2013 Jaguar XF 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 Jaguar XF 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jaguar XF. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jaguar XF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Traverse | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Traverse | XF |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| 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 | 2002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5207 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1991 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2909 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
