2013 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2013 Nissan Versa
To start off, both 2013 Chevrolet Traverse and 2013 Nissan Versa were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 169 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Versa. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 1074 kg more than 2013 Nissan Versa. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Versa. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Versa. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse has automatic transmission and 2013 Nissan Versa has manual transmission. 2013 Nissan Versa 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.
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| 2013 Chevrolet Traverse | 2013 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Traverse | Versa |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5173 mm | 4455 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1991 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1846 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 41 L |
