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Re: How is the Chevy Traverse towing 5000 lbs?
poppin_fresh wrote: bikendan wrote: i don't quite understand the attraction some have for the Traverse as a tow vehicle, especially compared to the Tahoe. Traverse- mpg is 17/24 Tahoe- mpg is 15/21 Traverse tow capacity- 5200lbs. with a 150lb. driver Tahoe tow capacity- up to 8500lbs. with a 150lb. driver the Tahoe gives more room and much more towing capacity, for only 2-3 miles per gallon less. plus it's ladder frame construction vs. the unibody construction of the Traverse. I know for me it was the $10,000 price difference. I didnt have plans on pulling a huge TT at the time I leased the Traverse, but it does ok with what I now have. I will be going back to a truck once I'm done with rear facing car seats, although they aren't much under the $40,000 mark these days. :( For my wife and I it was the price difference also. We would've preferred a Tahoe, but even used it was out of reach for year/mileage/options we were looking for. We were, however, aware of the negligible difference in mileage. We opted for the Outlook because it would serve our need for towing certain things if needed. I do have a Dodge half ton for larger items. That being said, I've seen several Traverses/Outlooks/Acadias towing campers in the 20-25 range as well as car haulers with their toys on them. I still stand by the transmission as being the weak link on certain years.606Views0likes0CommentsRe: How is the Chevy Traverse towing 5000 lbs?
bikendan wrote: pig78 wrote: Used my wife's 2007 Outlook (Saturn's version of the Traverse) the Traverse didn't come out until 2009, i think. are you thinking of the Equinox? Nope, I'm thinking of the Traverse. It may have come out in 2009. IDK when GM released each version, except for the Outlook. By 2009, the tranny issue may have been resolved.606Views0likes0CommentsRe: How is the Chevy Traverse towing 5000 lbs?
Used my wife's 2007 Outlook (Saturn's version of the Traverse) to tow trailer with band gear, some extras, and luggage and 6 adults in the car with luggage behind rear seat. Trailer wieghed in at 2700#. Back end car set perfectly level. Towed like a dream. My only caution is the transmission. Doubt it had anything to do with towing since we only did that once, tranny went out 6 months later, and had also been repaired before we towed with it. I bring up the tranny issue because that year model had transmission issues to begin with. I'd make sure that those issues were worked out in later models only because if there's already known issues, then towing could exacerbate them. If there's no known tranny issues, IMO, you shouldn't have a problem. Just keep up the maintenance. P.S. Didn't even notice a difference in driving between just me and my wife, and a full car load with 2700# trailer on back.605Views0likes0CommentsRe: Diesel vs gas......................
Let me word that differently-I've just never concerned myself with mileage on any 3/4 ton or larger gas truck I've bought. I know it isn't going to be there. I just watch the fuel gauge, if I'm in familiar territory I'll start looking at 1/4 tank. If I'm on a trip and things aren't to familiar, I'll start lookihng at 1/2 tank. Like I said; just my opinion.354Views0likes0CommentsRe: Diesel vs gas......................
Hey, new to the forum and happened to be browsing through this topic with great interest. I've always loved the gas/diesel debate. I thought I'd throw in my two cents, so here it goes: First, you're towing something, torque is the first thing you should look at (where it's made and how much). Horsepower is second as it is a byproduct of torque. IMHO todays engines all have adequate horsepower whether they are gas or diesel, so that is pretty much a nonissue for me. Second, arguing fuel mileage is irrelavant in my opinion. If you buy a gasser you're not concerned with fuel mileage. Third, a properly maintained diesel will long outlive a properly maintained gasser when both are used as they are intended. The reason is simple. We all know that diesels make their power in the lower RPM ranges, thus they make it where the engine is not having to work as hard as a gas engine does. Less work=less wear. I currently own a Chevy 2500HD with the 6.0 and am lucky to have a generous boss who has given me a me a Dodge 2500 Mega 4wd with the CTD. I love driving both, and with 10k pounds the Dodge does pull much easier than the Chevy. However, I have not been disappointed by the Chevy, it has done everything I've asked of it and at 85k miles has yet to give me a problem. Personally, I'd strongly recommend a diesel if you are frequently towing heavy loads, such as retirees who RV constantly, and/or tow for great distances. If not it's up in the air, take care of whichever and you'll be fine. By the way, those last two statements are for individuals to determine.354Views0likes0Comments
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