1998 Acura Integra vs. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura Integra would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1998 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 935 kg more than 1998 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Uplander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Acura Integra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura Integra | 2005 Chevrolet Uplander | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | Integra | Uplander |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |
