Two SUVs with more similarities, such as the body structure, starting price, ground shadow size, and height, than differences, like the model year, horsepower, fuel economy, and maximum occupancy. First of all, the is a newer vehicle by 3 model years. Also, the 2016 Traverse has a more powerful engine than the 2013 CX-9, and it gets 1.5 fewer miles on a gallon of fuel. And finally, you'll seat one more passenger in the Traverse than in the CX-9. Among similarities are the body structure, starting price, ground shadow size, and height.