Model Year | 2014 | 2009 | |
Model | Chevrolet Traverse | Acura MDX | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 288 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@3400 |
3.7L V6 OHC-4v 300 hp@6000 275 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 118.9 in | 108.3 in | 10.6 in |
Length | 203.7 in | 190.7 in | 13 in |
Width | 78.5 in | 78.5 in | 0 in |
Height | 69.9 in | 68.2 in | 1.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4844 lb. | 4535 lb. | 309 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.0 gal. | 21.0 gal. | 1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 39.2 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.5 in | 61.6 in | -0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 58.0 in | 59.0 in | -1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.2 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 38.6 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.0 in | 61.5 in | -0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.8 in | 59.1 in | -1.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 38.7 in | -1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.8 in | 35.7 in | 2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.6 in | 57.1 in | 0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.3 in | 42.0 in | 6.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.2 in | 29.1 in | 4.1 in |
Total Legroom | 111.3 in (over 3 rows) | 109 in (over 3 rows) | 2.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.4 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | 9.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 70.3 ft3 | 42.9 ft3 | 27.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 116.3 ft3 | 83.5 ft3 | 32.8 ft3 |
2014 Chevrolet Traverse Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr SUV 281-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The second row captain's chairs are roomy and comfortable. The third row bench seat has a surprising amount of space, in particular with the 2nd row seats slid forward some. see full Chevrolet Traverse review |
2014 Chevrolet Traverse Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr SUV 281-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The seats we have on our LT are fine but the headrest on both cars I've had jut out too far and cannot be adjusted back far enough to be comfortable. This is particularly uncomfortable on longer trips. see full Chevrolet Traverse review |
2009 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Vehicle is wide, and it feels very room from boht the drivers' and passengers' sides. see full Acura MDX review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
It was the most comfortable of the vehicles we tested, including the Volvo XC90, Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited, and Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring. Soft leather, supportive seats. see full Acura MDX review |
2009 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Claustrophic, unusable 3rd row, with immovable knee-wall see full Acura MDX review |