Model Year | 2014 | 2006 | |
Model | Chevrolet Traverse | Buick LaCrosse | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 281 hp@6300 266 lb-ft@3400 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6000 225 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 118.9 in | 110.5 in | 8.4 in |
Length | 203.7 in | 198.1 in | 5.6 in |
Width | 78.5 in | 73.0 in | 5.5 in |
Height | 69.9 in | 57.4 in | 12.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4646 lb. | 3568 lb. | 1078 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.0 gal. | 17.5 gal. | 4.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 39.4 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.5 in | 57.2 in | 4.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 58.0 in | 55.3 in | 2.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 42.3 in | -1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 37.2 in | 2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.0 in | 57.0 in | 4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.8 in | 54.6 in | 3.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 37.6 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.8 in | 0.0 in | 37.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.6 in | 0.0 in | 57.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.3 in | 0.0 in | 48.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.2 in | 0.0 in | 33.2 in |
Total Legroom | 111.3 in (over 3 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 31.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.4 ft3 | 16.0 ft3 | 8.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 70.3 ft3 | 16.0 | 54.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 116.3 ft3 | 16.0 ft3 | 100.3 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 |
2006 Buick LaCrosse Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 240-horsepower 3.6L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Wide comfortable front seats. Heated seats are great and the leather feels very good. Lumbar support in drivers seat is excellent. see full Buick LaCrosse review |
2006 Buick LaCrosse Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 200-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Not enough leg room. No place to store anything. see full Buick LaCrosse review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 200-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
It was not comfortable. The seat bottom was too short. see full Buick LaCrosse review |