2012 Lexus GS vs. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Lexus GS would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus GS (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse. (277 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 373 kg more than 2012 Lexus GS.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse 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 Lexus GS (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse. (361 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Lexus GS | 2013 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Lexus | Chevrolet |
| Model | GS | Traverse |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | CVT | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 2248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4844 mm | 5173 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1425 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 83 L |
