Traverse
09-23-2008, 02:47 PM
#11
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Join Date: 04-07-2008
Location: Wisconsin
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Glad to hear good things about the Traverse. I may be looking at one when I feel I'm done with my Trailblazer. It'll suit my needs just fine, I only tow 3500#. However, I would not consider this a true replacement for the Trailblazer. Maybe in terms of build and technology, but it falls far short of what a TB is capable of. For one, I will really miss that I6. Aside from being a bit noisy, its an excellent engine. Secondly, the towing capacity of this platform is nothing short of disapointing. A good number of GMT360s are sold because of thier capabilities and size. For many towing boats and small travel trailers, the Traverse just isn't going to cut it. Too bad, it certainly has the power.
09-23-2008, 03:18 PM
#12
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The Trailblazer with the I6 engine(285hp/276 lb-ft torque) is rated to tow 5700lbs.
The Traverse with its V6 (281hp/253lb-ft torque) is rated to tow 5200lbs.
The Trailblazer has a wheelbase of 113" and a length of 192".
The Traverse has a wheelbase of 119" and a length of 205".
These specs show that the two vehicles should tow about equally well.
The slightly higher torque of the I6 in the Trailblazer will mean it accelerates off the line a little quicker. The fuel mileage of the Traverse will be much better when not towing and probably at least a little better when towing.
Steve
The Traverse with its V6 (281hp/253lb-ft torque) is rated to tow 5200lbs.
The Trailblazer has a wheelbase of 113" and a length of 192".
The Traverse has a wheelbase of 119" and a length of 205".
These specs show that the two vehicles should tow about equally well.
The slightly higher torque of the I6 in the Trailblazer will mean it accelerates off the line a little quicker. The fuel mileage of the Traverse will be much better when not towing and probably at least a little better when towing.
Steve
09-23-2008, 08:41 PM
#13
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Join Date: 06-29-2008
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Paying 25-30k Is more "Normal" Then you think. Sad but true.
09-24-2008, 08:11 AM
#14
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I hated paying $500 a month for a $25,000 Blazer 7 years ago!
09-24-2008, 11:21 AM
#15
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Join Date: 01-31-2007
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Oh I hear you but for example..my HHR MSRP was 23K...I paid 16K for it......no way HE double hockey sticks would I pay 23K for an HHR...the quality does not justify that pricetag...16K for it? Ok, I can deal with that as the build quality matches that level...we are basically talking about a dressed up econobox here
Another example...I paid 15K for my semi loaded 05 Matrix.....I really like the looks of the new ones and was contemplating going back to "yota" until I saw what they wanted for a new Matrix
Sure it looks cool but almost 10K more a better car than my 05? 
Used cars are looking like a better and better deal everyday...at least on a used domestic the massive depreciation is somewhat blunted
Goose
Another example...I paid 15K for my semi loaded 05 Matrix.....I really like the looks of the new ones and was contemplating going back to "yota" until I saw what they wanted for a new Matrix
Sure it looks cool but almost 10K more a better car than my 05? Used cars are looking like a better and better deal everyday...at least on a used domestic the massive depreciation is somewhat blunted
Goose