2004 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2005 Lincoln Zephyr
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Zephyr is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Uplander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Uplander would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Zephyr (218 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Uplander. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Zephyr should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 481 kg more than 2005 Lincoln Zephyr.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Uplander (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lincoln Zephyr. (271 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lincoln Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Uplander | 2005 Lincoln Zephyr | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Uplander | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2730 mm |
