2001 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Chevrolet Uplander
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 200 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. (326 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Chevrolet Uplander | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Express | Uplander |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3880 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 15 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 76 L |