2004 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 2 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, 2004 Chevrolet Uplander (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2006 Mini Cooper. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 910 kg more than 2006 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Uplander | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
| Model | Uplander | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2470 mm |
