2012 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse (277 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 440 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse (361 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | 2013 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sharan | Traverse |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 2234 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4854 mm | 5173 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1904 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2919 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
