2013 Ford Fusion vs. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, both 2013 Ford Fusion and 2013 Chevrolet Traverse 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 43 more horse power than 2013 Ford Fusion. (234 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 581 kg more than 2013 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Fusion is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fusion. (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2013 Ford Fusion | 2013 Chevrolet Traverse | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Fusion | Traverse |
Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4869 mm | 5173 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2121 mm | 1991 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1846 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 83 L |